“But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him.”
— 1 Corinthians 2:9 KJV
Reflection on Today's Verse
We’re used to limits. Everything we’ve seen, heard, or dreamed of has a ceiling. That’s why this verse is wild—Paul’s saying, “Think of the best thing you could possibly imagine. Now multiply it by infinity, and you’re still not even close.” God’s plans? Totally off the charts.
And here’s the kicker: it’s not just about heaven. Sure, eternity with God is the main course, but He’s already prepping the appetizers here and now. We just don’t always notice because, well, we’re human. We focus on the traffic jams, the deadlines, or the fact that our favorite snacks keep shrinking in size (seriously, what’s up with that?). Meanwhile, God’s like, “You have no idea what’s coming. Just wait.”
Now, don’t get me wrong—it’s not all sunshine and unicorns. Loving God doesn’t mean life turns into a Hallmark movie. Sometimes it’s more like a Netflix drama with plot twists you didn’t see coming. But that’s the beauty of this promise: it’s not about what we can figure out or accomplish. It’s about what God’s preparing—His plans, His surprises, His ridiculously over-the-top goodness.
So, when life feels like a chaotic mess of tangled Christmas lights, remember this: God’s got something incredible in store. You can’t see it yet, but that’s okay. Trusting Him is half the fun, and honestly, He’s way better at planning than we are. Just sit tight, love Him, and keep the faith. Because one day, when you finally see it, you’ll be like, “Oh. OH! This was so worth it.”
And if that doesn’t give you chills, check your pulse.
Personal Prayer
Lord, I confess that sometimes I get so caught up in what I can see, hear, and imagine that I forget how much bigger You are. My plans feel safe, but Yours are limitless. Help me to trust You when I can’t see the full picture. Give me faith to believe that what You have in store is beyond anything I could dream up on my own.
Thank You for the promise of this verse. Thank You for preparing good things for those who love You—things so amazing they’ve never even crossed human imagination. I may not know what’s coming, but I know who You are, and that’s more than enough.
So today, I give You my fears, my questions, and my impatience. Replace them with hope, wonder, and a deep love for You. Open my heart to trust in Your plans, even when I don’t understand them. Let me walk forward with confidence, knowing that Your goodness and love are waiting just ahead.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.