One of the most often quoted bible verses especially by teenagers outside of John 3:16 is Jeremiah 29:11. "For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
We often quote this to convince ourselves of just that - that God does have plans for us and wants to give us a hope and a future. At the same time though that seems to put undue pressure on us to try to figure out what that plan is.
The key for me has always been being in tune to what God is trying to communicate with me. I learn the most about God's plan for my life through the gentle nudging of the Holy Spirit. Little bits of guidance that I get when I pray and listen. God seems to make things the most clear to me when I take the time to get away from the busy-ness of life and open my heart and mind to His wisdom.
The key for the rest of you might be different but you've got to figure it out. Will His plan be revealed by reading His word, by listening to solid Christian friends, by learning about your gifts, through prayer, or by just trying new things? You can't just sit idle and expect God to reveal it all - He wants you to search, explore, learn, and grow!
-Tim
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