“God has a plan for His church upon earth but alas we too often make our plan and then ask Him to bless it”
— Andrew Murray
Simplified Meaning:
People believe that God has a specific plan for how things should happen in the world. However, many times, we come up with our own ideas and then ask for God's approval. It's like if someone has a map to a treasure, but we ignore the map and make our own way, then hope the treasure is still at the end. In real life, think about a company with a clear business strategy. Instead of following it, employees create their own projects and later ask the boss for support. This often leads to confusion and missed goals. For someone applying this advice, it's better to seek guidance from a higher power (or someone wise) before making decisions, rather than acting first and asking for help only if things go wrong. This approach can lead to more effective and harmonious outcomes.
