Remember, it is sin to know what you ought to do and then not do it. James 4:17
We are planners. We love to forecast what life will be like tomorrow or ten years from now. I don’t think Pastor James is against considering tomorrow, or even planning the launch of a business venture. What he seems to be discouraging is the kind of planning that is foolishly done at the expense of the present. In fact, James teaches us, neglecting what needs to be done in the present, or the things we know we ought to be doing right now is sinful.
All the vision, goal setting, and strategic planning for tomorrow is pointless if we are not faithful to do what ought to be done today.
Jesus would have us live and love in the present, and entrust all our plans for tomorrow to the Lord.
