A question that employers commonly ask job applicants during interviews is, “Where do you see yourself in five or ten years?” For many people, this is simple to answer since they have a detailed plan to reach their goals. Others, though, can struggle to know what to do. Sure, they have goals, but life can be unpredictable at times. Having a detailed, charted map of the future is not always possible or obtainable.  

This is especially true if a person encounters an unexpected life change. When someone receives a chronic health diagnosis, transitions into caring for elderly parents, or loses a job, he or she can struggle to know what to do next. Everything that had been planned is now in disarray.  

During these times, we are wise to seek guidance from our Lord. The unexpected situations in our lives do not take Him by surprise since He remains Sovereign even when everything around us is out of control. We can turn to Him in prayer to seek direction about what to do and how to move forward. As Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds us, 

“Trust in the LORD with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.”  

Father,
This new season of life has left me questioning what to do, Lord. My plans and goals all seem scattered now. I pray that You will guide me according to Your perfect plan because I do not know how to move forward. May Your will be done above all else. 
In Jesus’ name, 
Amen.   

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