Jeremiah 29:11 (New International Version) - For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, and plans to give you hope and a future.
God knows you, loves you, and remembers the promises He made to you and all His people. He does not forget you or leave you in your times of crisis. His plans are for good. His love, grace and mercy are always available to you. This promise is both temporal (on this earth, in this time) and eternal.
He sent Jesus Christ to assure your eternal future, with his redemption and salvation. Jesus provides the way to eternity in heaven with Him. He wants you to be with Him forever.
He desires temporal peace and prosperity for all His children. He does not want us hurt but even hurt, pain, suffering can be used for our good. We live in a fallen world in the presence of sin and evil that brings about illness, pain, and suffering. Yet He does not leave us alone. He wants us to have peace of mind right now in what every situation we are in. He created a perfect world full of good; full of what was good for us. Unfortunately with the original sin came illness, greed, and craziness. He does not plan or send evil to you but when it comes He uses it to bring about good in you and for you.
There are also consequences for our actions. He loves you but as your Father, He allows you to learn from your mistakes. If you sit now in prison due to your actions ---sit there in peace, knowing that God will use this time for your good and very possibly for the good of those around you.
His plan for you is a desirable one. Rest in His peace, sing out in joy at His presence and work in your life. Share His love with others. Pray, ask Him what He wants you to do right now in this very moment. He has a plan for you today, tomorrow, and into eternity.
Father, thank You for Your perfect love, Your perfect plan for me. Help me pour out myself allow You to do your work within and through me. In the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.
