Ephesians 2:4 says that because of His great mercy we were set free from that futile path. 1 Samuel 12:21 warns, “And do not turn aside; for then you would go after empty things which cannot profit or deliver, for they are nothing.”

God gave Joshua a roadmap for success. In Joshua 1:8 He told him to mediate in God’s word, “…day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success.”

Here are two verses you can turn into personal prayers. Psalm 21:4-5 says, “May He grant you according to your heart’s desire, and fulfill all your purpose. We will rejoice in our salvation, and in the name of our God we will set up banners! May the Lord fulfill all your petitions.” May the Lord fulfill all His purpose for your life.