Jesus gives us an example of how to live a life Solomon is describing. As you observe the  life of Jesus you see this text consistently exemplified. If there was anyone in the history of the planet that was qualified to be in control it was Jesus. After all He is God. But one of the most interesting parts of the Incarnation is that when Jesus became human He gave up control. He was still God but He entrusted control of His life to His Father.

There are only two options when it comes to living life and being a spiritual leader. You are either “trusting God with all your heart” or you “lean on your own understanding”. There is no in-between. Sadly, I still have times when I don’t trust God with all my heart and have leaned on my own understanding.

 What is the basis of this trust of God? It is His character and the experiences you have had with Him.

 Trust is not something that is very easily given and once it is broken it is very difficult to get back. There are people in my life that I do trust to varying degrees. I trust them because I know they have my best interest at heart. Obviously I trust my wife the most, then my closest friends and family. These are the people that I would trust with my very life.

 I will admit it, I like to be in control of my life. I like knowing what is coming up next. I like being able to make decisions long before I have to so I can anticipate the future. I loathe uncertainty. I get anxious when there is uncertainty. The more I can plan, the more I know, the more I can predict, the more control I have and the better I function and feel. Maybe it is because I am a guy. Maybe it is because of my background. Maybe it is because of my personality but I really like to be in control. Whatever the reason, I am not alone as a guy who wants to be in control.