"A man's heart deviseth his way; but the Lord directeth his steps " (Prov 16:9; KJV). We read similar words in Proverbs 20:24 and Psalm 37:23-24, where we are told that our steps are directed by the Lord.

The most well-known scripture on guidance is Proverbs 3:5-6, which tells us to trust in the Lord and not depend on our own ability and to "acknowledge" him; if we do that, God will direct our way. The meaning of the word "direct" is to make straight and the meaning of "acknowledge" is to have close fellowship with God.

So, according to these verses, we have a part to play. We have to make sure we trust God and not just depend on ourselves and also have a close relationship with God. Jesus confirmed this in John 10:27 where he told us that the sheep (that's you) follow him (Jesus) because they know his voice. We won't be able to know his voice unless we spend time with him every day. We also understand that God does not often speak to us in a loud audible voice but in a: "still small voice" (1 Kings 19:12); a gentle prompting on the inside of us with a real sense of peace and assurance. If we step out and respond to those: "promptings", they will become easier to recognize.

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