Proverbs 28:26 (KJV)
26 "He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool: but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered."


Our thoughts can feel so convincing, almost as though they’re always right. We often go about our lives relying on what we think is best, assuming that our own reasoning will lead us to happiness or success. But if we reflect just a little bit, we'll see that most of our thoughts and decisions led to regret and misery.

Proverbs 28 tells us that trusting in our heart (thoughts) is foolish. Throughout the Bible, we see examples of people who trusted in their own thoughts only to end up in disappointment or trouble. Our minds are limited, swayed by emotions, desires, and even fears. When we rely on our own understanding, we risk making choices that ultimately lead to heartache and distance from God. God never wanted for us to navigate life based on our own thoughts alone.

He gave us His Word as our true guide, a foundation we can trust because it never changes.

Trusting in our thoughts can feel empowering, but it’s also risky. Our emotions can distort our perspective, leading us to decisions that feel right in the moment but later bring regret. When we lean on our own understanding, we’re often blinded by our immediate desires, biases, and insecurities.  Our thoughts can deceive us, making us believe we’re on the right path, even when we’re going directly against God's way.

Think of moments when you trusted in your own thoughts, only to later realize they led you to pain or disappointment. Maybe it was a relationship that seemed right, a decision driven by impulse, or a direction that felt good but ultimately caused more harm than good.

This is why God calls us to trust his word that is stable and not feelings that are fleeting. Feelings may shift and thoughts will sway, but God is constant.

Proverbs 28:26 also says, "but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered." Walking wisely means relying on God’s Word as our anchor. True wisdom is acknowledging that we are limited and God is unlimited. When we prioritize His Word above our thoughts, we find clarity, peace, and direction that our own minds could never provide.

God's word brings stability and truth, offering us a solid foundation that doesn’t change with every emotion or situation. God wants to lead us to a place where we no longer depend on our own limited understanding but instead turn to Him for guidance in every area. 

Thoughts deceive, God relieves. 

Amen? Amen!