Lesson 361: Proverbs 19:21
The Blueprint — The Verse
Many are the plans in a person's heart, but it is the Lord's purpose that prevails.
Memorization Practice
Click words to hide them and test your memory.
Without looking, enter the book, chapter, and verse for this passage.
Rate your recall:
King James Version (KJV) — Public Domain.
The Context — The History
balances human agency with divine sovereignty. People in every age draft plans for security, reputation, and legacy, yet Israel's sages taught that ultimate outcomes belong to the Lord, inviting humility before the God who directs history.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
The chapter addresses poverty and integrity, parental discipline, and the folly of rage. This proverb acknowledges abundant human planning while asserting that the Lord's purpose stands, a reminder to hold ambitions with open hands before God.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
-
Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end.
Read the verse immediately before this lesson () to hear the lead-in to the passage.
-
The desire of a man is his kindness: and a poor man is better than a liar.
Read the verse immediately after this lesson () to continue the passage.
Discussion
-
Which plans in your heart need to be submitted to God's purpose?
-
How does God's prevailing purpose bring peace when plans fail?
-
When have you seen the Lord redirect your intentions for good?
