We really don’t know what the future holds, but we know Who holds the future. We are wise to prepare for the future, for what is to come . . . In fact, we have a responsibility to be wise in this area. But we can never, never forget that God is doing more, right now, to prepare us for what is to come than we could ever do. It can be tough . . . and there will be times that we do not understand . . . But this is a fact, and we should be thankful.
In our very nature is the “need” to control things, especially in our lives and in the lives of our children. One of the greatest wake-up calls we receive is the realization that we control very little, other than HOW we respond to life. Yes, we control OUR OWN actions and our self-discipline, but we really cannot control other people OR our own circumstances (even though we love to think we can). Okay, maybe we can control a little of our circumstances, but life comes at us fast and there is much we CANNOT control.
What can really do?? Live every moment in obedience to God, listening to Him for cues on how to move and where to go. Live with self-discipline: You cannot control others, but you CAN control your responses. Live honestly with God, with yourself, and with others. And put aside a little money . . . Don’t let it burn a hole in your pocket.
Do your best and listen to God . . . He knows the future for which He is preparing YOU.
One Pastor's Perspective 
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