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Conversations in the Barn

The Humility of Planning

Season 4, Ep. 63

In this episode of Conversations in the Barn, we reflect on the humility of planning through the lens of James 4. Planning is a gift. It reflects responsibility, wisdom, and care. But when planning slips into control, it often reveals fear beneath the surface.


What does it look like to plan faithfully while holding our plans with open hands? How do we move from “God, bless my plan” to “God, show me Yours”?


Together, we explore the simple but powerful practice of living with the words “God willing,” learning to trust that even when doors close and timelines shift, God is already at work. Whether you’re mapping out your week or adjusting to unexpected change, this conversation invites you to plan boldly, hold lightly, and trust deeply.


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