whereas you do not know what will happen tomorrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapor that appears for a little time and then vanishes away.
James 4:14
Question
What plans, decisions, or areas of your life have you been handling without seeking God’s direction?
Context
James writes to scattered believers who were making confident plans about business, travel, and future success, yet leaving God out of their decisions. He challenges their pride and self-reliance, reminding them that life is fragile, temporary, and completely dependent on God’s will. The issue wasn’t planning, it was planning without God.
Application
Today, slow down and acknowledge God in your plans. Before you make a decision, commit it to Him. Ask, “Lord, what do You want?” Plan with humility, live with purpose, and treat every moment as an opportunity to honor God. Let the brevity of life push you into deeper dependence on Him.
Truth For The Day
Life is a vapor so live today with God’s purpose in mind.
Pray
Lord, thank You for the reminder that my life is a precious and brief gift from You. Help me to live with humility, intention, and dependence on Your will. Teach me not to take moments for granted but to honor You in every decision. Guide my steps today and align my plans with Your purpose. Let my brief life reflect Your eternal glory. In Jesus’ name, amen.
