"We need to hold our plans loosely and think to ourselves," he says. "It helps us understand that even though we can plan ourselves, we are not in control." He encourages dads to be careful about what they tell their kids when it comes to dating or who they're hanging out with. 'I've seen a lot of damage done in that environment where we get a little too literal'
The old cliché tells us that failing to plan means we’re planning to fail. But, as guys, we’ve all experienced those moments when our best-laid plans come crashing to the ground. As we’re streaking toward the finish line, we twist an ankle or stumble on a rock. Truth is, planning for the future is an important part of life—as long as we do it the right way. That’s because our plans only work as they line up with God’s plans. More than anything else, we need His wisdom to navigate the twists and turns of this life. As dads and husbands, we’d do well to remember that often. And leaning into the wisdom of Proverbs 16 is a great place to start!