Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Making Plans?
14 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Making Plans in the Bible
Explore what the Bible says about making plans. This collection of 14 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.
Top 10 Verses About Making Plans
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- 3Proverbs 15:22
“Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established.”
KJV - 4Proverbs 16:1
“The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, is from the LORD. preparations: or, disposings”
KJV - 5Proverbs 16:3
“Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established. Commit: Heb. Roll”
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- 7Proverbs 19:21
“There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.”
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- 9Proverbs 21:5
“The thoughts of the diligent tend only to plenteousness; but of every one that is hasty only to want.”
KJV - 10Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. expected: Heb. end and expectation”
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Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Making Plans? (10 Verses)
“Grant thee according to thine own heart, and fulfil all thy counsel.”
“Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.”
“Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established.”
“The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, is from the LORD. preparations: or, disposings”
“Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established. Commit: Heb. Roll”
“A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.”
“There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.”
“Every purpose is established by counsel: and with good advice make war.”
“The thoughts of the diligent tend only to plenteousness; but of every one that is hasty only to want.”
“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. expected: Heb. end and expectation”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Making Plans? (4 Verses)
“For which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first, and counteth the cost, whether he have sufficient to finish it?”
“See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise,”
“Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.”
“Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell , and get gain :”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Making Plans
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Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.
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Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about making plans. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.
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Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.
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Memorise at least one key verse about making plans and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.
Practical Application
Studying what the Bible says about making plans is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:
Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on making plans needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about making plans with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.
Pray through the key verses about making plans, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
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