Jeremiah 10:23 · KJV
"O LORD, I know that the way of man is not in himself: it is not in man that walketh to direct his steps."
King James Version
What does Jeremiah 10:23 mean? →Passage Context
21For the pastors are become brutish, and have not sought the LORD: therefore they shall not prosper, and all their flocks shall be scattered.
22Behold, the noise of the bruit is come, and a great commotion out of the north country, to make the cities of Judah desolate, and a den of dragons.
23O LORD, I know that the way of man is not in himself: it is not in man that walketh to direct his steps.
24O LORD, correct me, but with judgment; not in thine anger, lest thou bring me to nothing.
25Pour out thy fury upon the heathen that know thee not, and upon the families that call not on thy name: for they have eaten up Jacob, and devoured him, and consumed him, and have made his habitation desolate.
Devotional Reflection
LovePeaceGratitudeHope
We may have aspirations and a sense of direction in life, but we can't fully plan it. God gave us each day, and we should cherish it as such. Everything must be accomplished for His ultimate glory. Through His Word and Spirit, our Father provides us with a genuine sense of direction.
Prayer
You are a smart and kind Father. Please use Your Holy Spirit to lead me. Fill me with divine wisdom. Please make it more obvious to me what You desire for my life. Please grant me the discernment to live each day with moral integrity and divine grace. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
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