When God Thinks About My Future, He Has Peace!

When you think about your future, what do you feel?  Anxious? Excited? Fearful?  Well, when God thinks about your future, He has peace!

For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, not of evil, to give your a hoped for ending."  (Jer. 29:11)

The Hebrew word for "thought" is machashabah, which means "thought" or "that which anyone meditates, purposes or plans."  (Often times this verse is translated, "For I know the plans I have for you...")

First, it's worth noting that God's thoughts are settled - they are definite.  God does not change His mind based on our circumstances. (James 1:17)  God sees the end, we see the moment.

Next, the Hebrew word for "peace" is shalom.  The full definition of shalom means completeness, soundness, health, prosperity, as well as friendship with God and other people; this word includes the idea of safety and soundness while here on earth.  Your heavenly Father is not sitting in Heaven thinking of ways to take you out because of the things you've done wrong.  God is NOT mad at you - no matter what! 

Finally, God's thoughts are toward us.  His thoughts are in motion - toward me!  The eyes of our Father in heaven are on you and His ears are open to your prayers. (I Pet. 3:12).  You can't have your eyes on someone if you've turned your back on them...  God never turns His back on you...He is all about moving toward you...

When God thinks about your future, they are thoughts of peace toward you.  He is not worried about your future; He is not anxious that you might not get it right; He is not afraid of the circumstances you find yourself in...

For me this is a very personal revelation...I little over a year ago I was diagnosed with fairly advanced cancer.  The doctors have their opinions about my future, but God has peace about my future.  WOW! 

Today, may you find rest in His peace about your future...His eyes on you, His ears are open to your prayers, and His heart beats for you...