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May 17, 2022

The Lord says, “I will guide you along the best pathway for your life.  I will advise you and watch over you.

Psalm 32:8 NLT

Have you ever been asked by God to do something and you feel unqualified? You ever feel like Lord, I have never done ____________ before or you’re filled with more questions than peace? God often chooses the most unlikely people to carry out His plans. The key is to focus our eyes on God, not ourselves.

God guides you along the path of life.

Today, I want to encourage you to keep your eye on God! The Lord knows exactly who you are and He has chosen you to carry out His purpose. The process of following requires you relying on Him to show you exactly where you need to be. Pay attention to how the Lord moves; He leads, guides, and directs, if you watch Him.

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