Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop

Scripture: 
Acts 20:24
“However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me—the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace.”

Life is often filled with uncertainty. We wonder why we face challenges, why certain doors close, or why we must endure seasons of difficulty. Yet, in these moments, we can find peace in knowing that Our Father Knows Best. He sees the entire picture—far beyond our limited perspective—and is guiding us toward His purpose.

Paul understood this deeply. His life was not his own, but a testimony to God’s grace. He pressed forward, not for earthly gain, but to complete the race that Christ had set before him. Paul’s heart was fully surrendered to God’s plan, confident that the Lord knew what was best, even when the path was hard.

Like Paul, we are called to trust God’s direction in our lives. When we surrender our fears, our dreams, and our uncertainties to Him, we declare that we believe in His perfect wisdom. Our aim should be to finish the race faithfully, trusting that God’s plan for us—whether in times of joy or trial—is ultimately for our good and His glory.

Today, rest in the assurance that your life has a purpose far greater than you can see. Trust that our Father knows best, and He will provide the strength you need to finish the race.

Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your perfect wisdom and guidance. Help me to trust in Your plan, even when I don’t fully understand it. Give me the strength to run the race You’ve set before me, and let my life be a testimony of Your grace. In Jesus’ name, Amen.