Proverbs 16:9
“A man's heart plans his course, but Yahweh directs his steps.”
The book of Proverbs is a collection of ancient wisdom sayings, primarily attributed to King Solomon, offering practical guidance for living well and understanding the world from a perspective that acknowledges God's involvement. This particular proverb speaks to the balance between human intention and divine sovereignty.
What does it mean to plan with intention while also acknowledging that the outcome might be beyond our ultimate control?