Hello Readers and Followers,
I hope you are all doing well.
As a Christian, imagine the joy of receiving guidance from your Pastor or favourite teacher of God's Word on planning your holiday!
When our family travels, I find inspiration in seeing women and girls embracing modest swimsuits. It’s a beautiful commitment I cherish for my daughter and myself, even though finding appropriate options often takes some effort. Have you experienced this as well?
Men, this is a call for you too. God expects you to choose swimsuits that maintain modesty and avoid drawing unnecessary attention.
Let’s explore key considerations for planning a holiday with purpose and faith. Proverbs 16:9 reminds us, "In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps." Before finalising dates, budgets, or bookings, reflect on these 8 points:
1. Pray It Through: “Lord, direct my steps. Show me the path You want us to take for rest, adventure, ministry, fun, and rejuvenation. Guide me away from what does not please You.”
2. Ask the Lord for Three Things: Seek wisdom regarding the timing of your holiday, provision for costs, and protection for your journey.
3. Listen to God’s Voice: He may guide you with “not yet,” “go here instead,” or “this is a time for rest and connection.”
4. Purpose: Understand why you desire a holiday—whether it’s for rest, family time, solitude, adventure, or ministry. Let God illuminate your purpose.
5. Who’s Coming?: Review your church calendar and ensure someone covers your responsibilities. This is as important as in your workplace. Also, be mindful of your children’s school schedules; uphold their education and Christian values when booking a family holiday.
6. Evaluate Destinations: Consider 2-3 potential locations, analysing costs, logistics, and the surrounding environment.
7. Surrender to the Lord: Ask for supernatural provision, save diligently, plan ahead, and consider instalment payments.
8. Book with Prudence: Practice wise spending, as God expects prudence from us. It embodies applying godly wisdom to our daily choices, reflecting our thoughtfulness and responsibility.
What does the Bible say about prudence?
You need to make wise choices. The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and pay the penalty.— Proverbs 22:3.
Your faithfulness in managing time, money, and relationships showcases your dedication to the Lord. Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much.” — Luke 16:10.
Not Presumptuous: Even Jesus refrained from testing God. “Do not put the Lord your God to the test.” — Matthew 4:7. Faith is about prayer, planning, and trusting God’s outcomes.
Peace and Order: “For God is not a God of disorder but of peace.” — 1 Corinthians 14:33.
What does being prudent and Christian look like?
A) Pray AND Budget.
B) Save for both present and future needs.
C) Work diligently as if serving the Lord.
The world may act from fear, but as a Christian, you are to be inspired by faith. Your planning reflects your trust in Jesus to lead you, so you need to commit your plans to the Lord and remain open to His guidance.
I love hearing from you in the comment section. Please take a minute to say hello in the comment section.
Yours in Christ,
Mysses Lafunky
I have a free e-book for you. The book (15 Women of the Bible: How They Lived a Purpose-Driven Life). This e-book was written by my Bible Study Group. To download it on Google Drive for free, click here.
