Christian Quote of the Day — Thomas à Kempis | October 21, 2026

These few words from The Imitation of Christ have endured for centuries.

They acknowledge something we experience throughout life:

We make plans, but we do not control every outcome.

That does not mean planning is pointless.

Wisdom still asks us to think carefully, prepare responsibly, and make thoughtful decisions.

But faith teaches us not to confuse planning with control.

We can see only part of the road ahead.

God sees farther.

Sometimes our plans unfold much as we expected.

Sometimes they change.

Sometimes a closed door redirects us toward something we could not yet see.

Thomas à Kempis reminds us to leave room for that possibility.

We can make plans while keeping our hands open.

We can move forward while remaining willing to be redirected.

And we can trust that God’s wisdom is greater than the limits of our own understanding.