Stop Planning, Start Living in God's Will

[@chevy8258]

I’ve been really struggling with staying in college. I know I’m supposed to be here but it’s so difficult that I just want to give up. I’ve gotten myself into a hole that I can’t pull myself out of and only God can. This hole is because of my lack of effort, it’s not even that my classes are hard it’s just a lack of effort. I’m praying that God helps me through this.

[@The_Brown_Baby]

You just described my life but high school instead of college

[@jackblacked]

i've really been struggling too; this comment encouraged me to know someone is in a similar position

[@bonnobabbano7]

I know what you’re going through man, I’m the exact same way. I love being at my college and it’s not too difficult but I don’t put in enough effort.

[@WWYD98]

I’ll give you wisdom bestowed to me from Yeshua when I was in the same position. I completed my 4 year degree in 3 years, I had took a 5 year gap from hug school to go to college. (graduated 2016, went back to school in 2021 during the pandemic, graduated from there with an associates degree in 2022, took a few months off then started January 2023 and graduated with my bachelors in may 2024) I tried to run from school so much, was always very smart but I kind of lost motivation after a while and did not want to endure the journey. God would not let me complete success in any area. Once I submitted, I went to school and have been fulfilled with that decision since. We can’t stand in the way of God’s will through our sins, lack of effort can align with Laziness, for all actions should be done to glorify God. I pray this resonates and you’re able to take in the fact that you’re in school on the behalf of Yeshua! I love you, and I believe in you because I believe in God!❤

[@Aesthetichristian]

I think you lack vision that’s why you don’t make an effort to

[@tirasjavon]

Starting to live for me is dropping my habit with overthinking everything. Just taking my time and enjoying where I’m at and what I’m learning, don’t, experiencing etc.

[@ChastityFaye1]

Yeah same. I want to learn how to slow down & be present. I struggle with overthinking, but I understand how short life is & I want to truly live.

[@SocksAmpersandSandals]

I just said this same thing in an earlier conversation 🙏🏾

[@ejyptgates]

I need to start living by trusting God in ALL THINGS.

[@rashedaferg8337]

Amen !!!

[@mike.williams1999]

I highly recommend to everyone the book: Your life is your game by keezano! I read it and it changed my life, it shows how connecting with God and your inner self can lead to spiritual growth and success. A must read!

[@riccky707]

W book

[@Matthew89Miller]

@@riccky707 yess, it helped me too

[@porshiahinds6408]

I can’t find on Amazon

[@mikaylaluusah]

I need to start living by stopping my people pleasing and seeking validation. I need to be content with what I have and not wish for a more luxurious life style. I need to accept that where I am in life is where I'm supposed to be and simply believe that God will get me through the tough situations and not remove them from my life.

[@gemsxjourneyx196]

I just need a place to live and be able to afford to live basic needs.

[@loverighteously]

This is so timely that I had to run this back, watch it again with my full attention, and take notes. Just yesterday, I was at my limit at being at my current job and was discussing this with wise counsel. I was so overcome with anger about my lot in life and grief from feeling stuck like I couldn't get out. I had my resignation letter written to hand in this Friday. This fully reset me because I know this, but emotions can make you forget. Ironically enough, I did a bible study on Psalm 119:17-24 last night that speaks about taking delight in God's statutes and asking the Lord to understand His law. This feels like an answer to that and my current dilemma. I hope this is an encouragement for someone that the Lord sees and hears you. He is faithful in providing whatever you need.

[@amenalex]

wow that means alot! thank you for sharing sis

[@fearlessslick9795]

Lol same i run it back about 3 to 4 times

[@sincereshay]

This popped up at the perfect time. I have spent 7 months documenting my faith journey as God told me to after He led from my job. I’ve been so focused on chasing His will and worrying about tomorrow and I’ve come to a point where I’m at full surrender. He’s brought me to a place where I no longer have room for doubt, uncertainty, or a lack of faith. A few days ago I made a decision to start living my life, fully trusting that God ordains each every step and I won’t fall short. I truly just want the peace of God and to be content with what I have now. Cheers to embracing life and letting go of needing to know what’s next. ❤

[@DuhKwan]

OMG THE SILENCE IS THE SIGN TO START LIVING 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭❤️ my gawd thank you

[@stephanieclaudio_]

Oh my! It clicked! Because of Alex’s video and your comment, it clicked! Thank you and God bless you and Alex ✨

[@DuhKwan]

@@stephanieclaudio_ AMENNNNNN 🙏🏾❤️

[@VisionofXavier]

Oh my…

[@VisionofXavier]

You mean the silence when we ask him for answers sometimes and life feels ..silent?

[@urgrandmascar]

Thank you for speaking the word, brother. One thing that you mentioned really hit home - the thought of entitlement at my job, that I deserve to be paid more, have a nicer car, I should be ahead like so and so. Im going to work on thanking God for what I have and trusting him that where I’m at right now, is where he wants me to be and start living for him in this moment. I’m going to work and live for his glory rather than my own.

[@ReaganPolley]

It's amazing that you can give examples of what you and you're kids have done relating to these lessons. May God bless you and your children. Amen

[@christen2254]

This message is for me! I’ve been asking myself “when will my life begin” since graduating from college. I thought after grad school I would have everything together BUT I’m done planning my life and I’m ready for God to take the wheel. It’s time to be content with what He has given me and follow His word where there is more.

[@gemsxjourneyx196]

Being content is hard especially when after college nothing comes together for years and years after. Keep your faith and hope all the time !

[@Etherealqueen1]

Needed this,I’m up at 3am because of all the stress. I need God to come through for me. I’ve asked him why has he given me this dreams and aspirations if he won’t sustain me. I’m beyond stretching myself thin. I’m content with all the opportunities that his blessing me with. But I feel like I have to work three times hard to get them and 50 times hard to try to keep it. Things are slipping from my hands💔Lord please come through for me.

[@LovingourLivingGod]

This video made me realize that He stopped living for us to live with Him and not with sin💗

[@anna.t23]

This video resonates with me. I am in a lot of debt. I am struggling to get by, but by the grace of God my rent is paid every month no matter how anxious I get. Sometimes its late but its paid. I am learning that God is molding me. I am now learning how to manage my anxiety, I am learning a lot about myself. I know once God allows me to get through this season I will be a much better version of myself. I am woeking on my health, i am reading and listening to the bible a lot more. I am at peace for the first time in my life. 14:43 14:44 I am worrying less, I am spending more time alone. And I am now forced to deal with all the issues I have been supressing consciously and subconsciously for years. Thank you Jesus. Life was never meant to be this complicated. We humans made it so.

[@godlovesyourheart]

your faith is so inspiring, keep going, I pray for your relationship with Christ to grow and you live abundantly! God bless you sister 💗

[@hereandnow2738]

This resonated with me very much. We're on a similar journey. Thank you for writing this. God bless. I hope all is well with you since you've written this.

[@litwitlydie]

This is the one ❤

[@cptnstumpy1977]

My health has gotten really bad I have ms and it feels horrible I hate it. It's so hard to overcome this. It has really been a thorn in my side. It's so hard to overcome. I am trying with God's help. I am trying to live here and now and trust that everything is gonna be okay, but my human mind keeps getting in my way. Please pray for me to be stronger. Thank you and God bless 🙌

[@vee9133]

I will be praying for you.

[@saucewrld4836]

I needed this today. I was reminded this weekend to learn to live. Not everything is always going to go as planned.

[@amenalex]

So true!

[@user-jb3th9fr4v]

I have been wrestling with wether God exist and of he cares for like a year now, and I feel as if I couldn't live without knowing.

[@chlnmich]

My life is a testimony of His goodness and existence. I pray and hope brother you'll see and get to know Him for who He is, and how His unfailing love keeps on seeking you all your life. 🫂

[@hollywilliams7329]

Lord, please forgive me I have the tendency to live in the future rather than the present. I'm always wondering and praying for what's ahead instead of living in the right now.

[@lanks3152]

We’ve been trying for a baby and it’s been so draining, but I don’t know how to let it go and accept Gods timing. This is so timely. Pray for me please.

[@marcvines4014]

Amen alex, im from Spain. Just finishing my breakfast, i was going straight to watch Netflix then told to myself what am i doing, turn it off and open KZbin and made a quick prayer “lord i will watch the first video that says ur name” This video was one of the first to appear and couldn’t be a better video. Powerful message and very meaningful to me, thanks a lot. God bless u and ur family U have a new subscriber :)

[@alyssa-bf8ct]

I need to start living in where I am and in my perspective 😁 I’ve been so caught up in the future and how I’m not young anymore, but really where I am is where God wants me and I just need to let go and trust that He has my back because He’s my father and I rely on Him alone. Thank you for this message Alex!❤

[@MeiLiu-c5m]

Jesus died for us so we can have life and start living a life of abundant holiness for God and having fellowship with our creator who loves us

[@nevel-luna5070]

Wow I just saw the title of this video and I think God is definitely me calling to watch this. Thanks Alex

[@amenalex]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@olivewangui140]

Definitely a word for me. I relocated to Europe and I left my job to be with my family. I went from being able to buy what i wanted, having vacations and being independent to a situation where i am unemployed and have been constantly applying for jobs for the past 7 months and still haven’t secured one. I was so frustrated because I can’t do anything for i do not have money like i used to. I started questioning my life here and i became super depressed because i do not know what plan God has for me to be here. God bless you Alex, I will start living.

[@rosshuolihan]

needed to hear this, i struggle though with wanting to do more and get more out of life and worrying that my wanting more comes from the physical world and seeing it all online and not what God wants from me but i cant tell.

[@bmarti410]

Thanks for this Alex! Since I turned 27, I started feeling like I needed to let go of some things that I've been holding back. It's been a tug of war with mind telling me is it even worth trying to change now, but God show's me the spirit is willing thou my flesh is weak at times. Thank you brother for this and God bless.

[@TenzinMcveigh-ye7vj]

Thank you 🙏🏾 last night i felt for the first time in my 25 years of life an overwhelming sense that i needed to get close to god i started crying in my apartment n i never cry.

[@LifeWithEm97]

I love that you have an hour and a half of quiet time daily. What a blessing to a house full of kids. They have to carve out time for themselves to play or be with God, etc and it also gives time for you and your wife to connect. Awesome parenting!

[@DrKeziahSabu]

I LOVED this so much! I'd always say "stop existing and start living!", find joy in the little things, keep your heart like that of a child's....couple years ago, I was a victim of depression for almost 3 years, 3 long years I let it waste my prime age that im never gonna get back, i dont regret it but im glad the good Father brought me out of it and taught me the purpose of life which is to LIVE. Live the life that God has given you with gratitude, hope and above all love ❤ God bless you and your fam in abundance! I love your videos

[@jollyla]

I pray to live a life I always wanted. Right now, it feels that God starting to heal me inside and actually ready my heart in any situations, circumstances, trials and problem I'll encounter. His word is a reminder to me that I'm always on the right path because I'm walking with Him. I hope to see this again on July 2025. Thank you, Oh Lord God 💛

[@ChillinWitJust]

To start living or me means exactly what you said. That where I am in my workplace, life, etc is exacttly where I need to be. I need to not get caught up in laziness because my overthinking consumes me but rather live in the moment knowing that God has His hand over my life! AMEN, thank you so much for this message and allowing God to use you and your family to live out His purpose :)

[@melaryvalencia]

I definitely needed to hear this. I was pushing this video aside not wanting to watch it for some odd reason but this morning I said let me hear this message and I realize that I need to stop planning so much about what’s next in my life with my business plans with finishing my degree With the career choice to just be present in my job that I have now because God gave me this job. I prayed so hard for it, and I finally have it so for me not to be content, how can I be satisfied in this if I prayed for it and how would I be satisfied in my future. Enough questioning what’s next enough questioning what I need to do I just have to be present and live.

[@katesanchez2170]

22:42 made everything connect w js a few simple words 💗

[@issyagurl_]

this was definetly a word for me , for the past few weeks ive been struggling with waiting season as i kept planning for college or future finance, and i realized how God was silent . It made me stressed and mad as i decided to read the word and now i feel more patient and more relief knowing that God already wrote the plan He is just waiting on me so He can fix me and can continue walking in His plans 💗

[@brightpage1020]

What a refreshing antidote to the poison of the prosperity Bible, as tempting as it is to see God as a motivational opportunity for my own Earthly well being. Thank you for the encouragement.

[@pillowzzzbox3466]

Alex when I heard this sermon and studied the scriptures you read . I balled my eyes out. I have been bent on becoming this artist and had other plans of my own in life that I have not reached yet and have moved and pushed ppl away in the process because part of my youth was taken from me when I was young. I realize at 40 you ain’t gonna get that back unfortunately and the only thing for me to do is move on and live. This reminds me of that movie with Adam Sandler called “Click” where he misses out on life because he hates his life and doesn’t realize until the end how bless he was and could not be present in the present.

[@Rachel_872]

This message is timely for me as well. I allowed fear to mute me over the summer when the Lord invited and prompted me to start living and let my enjoyment become my work. I don't know why I froze, but reading Ecclesiastes 6 is a wake-up call. And Mark 14:36 is the beautiful and ultimate reminder that I have the permission to live in Jesus. Thank you for providing this encouragement.

[@jayonhisgrind]

The first few minutes I knew this was meant for me to hear at this moment

[@esmeraldaavina1714]

I just graduated high school this year and I guess I just been waiting around at home but enough I’m going to start living 😤👍✨🙏

[@maddiehags7104]

Ecclesiastes Chapter 6 🙏🏻 I never even heard of that book! Thank you

[@davidfed25]

being content even whilst earning little has been so helpful because God's always provides for me month on month and i realized sometimes it's not about what i want he gives me what i need so thanks Alex for this message you're really helping us young people ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@meschacabsolu7087]

I say the prayer of salvation at church like every time

[@Matcha4Me]

whew ALEX wow. This spoke to/pierced my heart directly. Thank you. I’m a lost twenty-something not living. Thank God for his grace. Thank you for this message. ❤

[@epazj2]

I'm so grateful for this message. May the Lord Bless You Will full contentment every minute of your life. 🌟✝️🌟

[@SisterLME]

I had been LIVING to have another baby. After two miscarriages I was distraught. What I had been living for, striving for, was failing. I couldn’t live in today and eat the daily bread God was supplying because I was searching for tomorrows continually. I laid it all down and have been living while it’s today and I’ve never been more content. Loss has made me hungry for God and I find Him everyday instead of looking for Him in tomorrow.

[@icurlykid6987]

God has blessed me with many gifts in me. I Love acting and a while back I felt like I didn’t know what to do with my gift for acting after this play that I’m doing. God has shown me that I just have to focus in on the play I’m doing now and whatever comes next in his will comes next. He will help me to use my gifts for whatever purpose he has for me. Thanks for your message brother

[@fdc9029]

This sharing is very timely and helpful for me. I was curious to listen to this because this week I was asking God for future directions and then He led me to read Ecclesiastes also. I could relate to your kid who keeps on asking for the chip before he/she could live:). Thank you for all the insights. I feel that this is the wisdom that I'm missing out on: Where should I stop planning and start living. Thanks for sharing! God bless everyone!

[@justinwilson957]

Start living by applying Gods word into my life and not just reading it. Also, to stop overthinking and trust and know that he is with me in any and everything - and to just enjoy this life and not beat myself up too bad when I make mistakes. Literally just live

[@JajuanLogan]

Alex I appreciate you and what you do! Most nights I go to sleep listening to the Amen Podcast god bless you brother🙏

[@amenalex]

i love to hear it

[@meschacabsolu7087]

I been in this limbo with just going with whatever people throw at me

[@thehenries2028]

I often think about this. I’ve always wanted to start a Christian ministry online but I’ve allowed my fear to overcome thinking I won’t do good with it. I know my life long testimonies could definitely impact people but I allow fear to overtake me

[@olivewangui140]

Omg me too…i wanted to started a Christian prayer KZbin Chanel but i am super scared

[@liv8265]

it hit me like a sack of rocks. thank you thank you thank you. i had one of those 'aha' moments

[@ThePoshMel]

I’m seeing this right on time! Thank you! 🤎

[@ricoparadiso]

Needed this. Pray everyone can be content in their current position.

[@meschacabsolu7087]

I go to group therapy every week since I got out the hospital doing of this year 2024 and been on meds for anxiety depression and Crohn’s disease

[@meschacabsolu7087]

I don’t think God is trying to hide what he wants me to do/my identity in him

[@wesleychewere5848]

Thanks for this one Alex. At this point in my mid 20's I am just stressed trying to plan when to do this and that, what if doesn't work out and all the things that come with it. Now I realised it's because I didn't align myself with God's will for my life, I didn't allow him to speak to me.

[@elijahayala4841]

Man I just wanna say thank you for your obedience. Since I’ve discovered your videos they have helped my walk with Jesus tremendously.

[@thatslakeisha]

That silence was the answer 😮

[@Gm_Emmanuelle]

So glad this video showed up and I decided to listen. I need to stop stressing about college and not knowing what specific career I want to go into. I need to stop complaining and start thanking God for getting me into college in the first place. I need to start trusting and seeking God with all my heart, mind and soul. If we thank God for where we are right now, with time and in HIS timing He'll do more.

[@pitakchonsuriyong5842]

I'm having the exact same issue with you here. Also thank God for this video showing up on my feed.

[@ameleaneti3638]

The story reminds me of the story I read today in the book of Luke. When a man was asleep with his children. And his friend came to him to ask for bread as his friend has come to visit. He didn't get up because he was his friend. He got up and answered the door because he was annoying him. So the saying goes. Ask and you shall find. Seek, and you shall receive. Knock and the door shall open unto you.

[@CortezJones-ev9yz]

I need to start living by putting more into God in putting more time in myself in making myself stronger and falling back from always being there for everyone else and to break my silence

[@Joy_Journey7]

Amen 🙏 Glory to God and thank you Jesus

[@meschacabsolu7087]

I made a mistake at my new living arrangement last week and I knew it was wrong when I did it I immediately own up to it and told the person in charge then w.e family or anybody ask me how’s it going at the place you moved I mentioned the mistake and they say there peace about it and it sucks being wrong but if God is proven right then I should consider it a blessing

[@Jsqwagger]

I really needed this message today, Amen 🙏🏾❤️

[@ashleybebley4384]

Thanks!

[@amenalex]

No problem!

[@MatthewM214]

Wow neeeded to hear this today before my meeting thank you Father for the obedience of Alex!

[@KayyCNicoleTv]

This was so on time I really needed this so much didn’t even recognize how much I’m not truly living but so focused on what I don’t have and need instead of truly living in the now and being blessed with what God has given me now I needed this ❤

[@angelbarone9234]

I receive this message in Jesus' name

[@ZelWright]

Right on time for me man. I’m making some big life decisions and have been overthinking them a lot. I badly want to stay in Gods Will and also want to be closer to Him so that these decisions aren’t against His Will. This episode has given me clarity and peace. I have to trust Him that His Will for my life will come to pass regardless of my little life decisions. It’s kinda funny, now that I’m typing this out, to think that my decisions would have any effect on God’s plans for me. 😂 I’m gonna get my bag of chips, I’ll get back to living. Praying for you and your family Alex, God is so good.❤️‍🔥🙏🏾

[@TMOviews03]

Noticed you said “very pleased” and you preached this in one of your videos. It shows that you really practice what you talk about and I can respect that 🙏🏾🙌🏾 thank for another great video

[@amenalex]

Yes! Thank you for noticing that fam. very encouraging

[@lucasjohnson7209]

Thank you so much, brother. I broke up with my girlfriend, who I had full intentions to marry about a month ago… and I really thought she would be the one this time… I’m currently stationed out in North Carolina helping with the hurricane damage. I have been seeking God for the last couple of months, and it hasn’t been nothing but radio silence… I don’t handle silence well. But this word that God has given to me through you was exactly what I needed to hear and I appreciate you so much. Thank you, Lord for the lot that you have given me, it is more than enough.

[@Kimbe83thomas]

Love you channel brother you’re a disciple of Jesus Christ

[@kmart.h]

My faith will remain and God will forever have the final say!!

[@Shipp06]

This video has helped me so much and I’m only 5 minutes in. Thank you for sharing and thank you god 🙏. Much needed right now

[@amenalex]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mandisajacques-saburi992]

This convicted me in my gut so fast wow thank you

[@eliohayek_1]

These videos.. each one, SO TIMELY!!! LIKE PERFECTLY TIMED. GLORY AND HONOR AND POWER AND THANKS AND MAJESTY AND WEALTH AND MIGHT AND BLESSING BE TO GOD ALMIGHTY!!! i Thank God for y’all ❤❤❤️😭

[@meschacabsolu7087]

Yet feelings persist like every time it gets brought up I feel the sting of what I did wrong a little

[@karenac670]

So true. I’m ready to marry my bf, move out, start a family and put God at the center of

[@asht5905]

God should already be your center

[@karenac670]

@@asht5905 he is. Never said he wasn’t. I meant putting God at the center of me moving out and marrying my bf as well as teaching my future family about God

[@ayannarenee31]

Thank you! You are my confirmation! It’s hard for me to take the silence.

[@jacobbenivamondez4460]

I have 5 kids and i totally can relate on going out to get some exercise. We get so frustrated at times but these are the precious moments in life.

[@nvrsq-t1x]

Alex, thank you so much for sharing this video - I really needed it right now. I thank God for placing it into your heart to share this :)

[@meschacabsolu7087]

My feelings can be a challange

[@IsaihMock]

I love the smooth and methodical message. How you concluded the point with silence it hit me that you were comparing it to Gods silence.

[@rickl1458]

Amen

[@MsPoetrynmotion]

AMEN! LORD YES! THIS WAS A WORD! This came at the perfect time! Thank you!

[@amenalex]

Wonderful!

[@elmayorpro-russian8674]

amen

[@Abuzhumagulov]

Amen ! God bless you. Wonderful message and truly admiring how you Pastor your family. Setting the righteous examples and leading them. Respect 💯

[@jessicadembo5753]

This one was for me!! God bless you man of God 🙌🏾😊

[@kayladill5839]

Thanks just dropped out of college yesterday and I’m wondering okay what next? Instead I need to enjoy my life and just live now. I have my freedom now to enjoy.

[@Thelazyguyofficial]

Thanks for this brother. This is awesome!! I love you Jesus. I’m coming back Lord ❤️ going to stop overthinking & stressing

[@jedricktagarino]

i needa stop planning and start living at school; i don’t want to be there at times, but God has me there for a reason and i should accept/be content with my lot. and in general, to be content no matter the circumstance, like what Paul wrote in Philippians 4.

[@ioanevaaiiluga1211]

Amen 🙏🏽! Love you, brother hope and pray that God continue his blessing upon you and your beautiful family!

[@amenalex]

Thanks so much

[@kellydesigned]

Thank you for this message!

[@suzettecaruthers7822]

Amen this message was much needed for me and many others 🙏🏼🙌🏻

[@jaxortiz44]

this video changed the whole trajectory of my week. You are helping change lives. God bless you bro

[@Igbayilolaoluwa]

This blessed me so much. Thank you🤍🤍

[@krystal6612]

I REALLY NEEDED THIS TODAY❤ PRAISE THE LORD GOD ALMIGHTY 🙌🙏✝️❤️

[@larionknight7545]

Glory to God for your life sir. Amen. Thank you for this life that you have given me, Abba. I am blessed beyond I could ever comprehend.

[@yangesallnaturalproducts4071]

Thank you Jesus for this message!! And Thank you Alex Wilson for your obedience🙏🏾