What Do I Do When I Don’t Know What’s Next? | Richard Welsh

What Do I Do When I Don’t Know What’s Next? | Richard Welsh

From Lifehouse Messages by Lifehouse International Church

April 25, 2026 · 29 min · Season 1 · Episode 279

About this episode

Richard Welsh discusses how to find peace and direction when uncertain about the future by aligning with God's will.

We often want to "sprinkle a bit of Jesus" onto our own plans, but true peace comes when we align our lives with His will. Join us as Ps. Richard unpacks why God’s plan for your life is infinitely better than anything you could design for yourself, and why we can trust the One who holds your future. ========================= WHAT DO I DO WHEN I DON’T KNOW WHAT’S NEXT? Romans 12:2 ESV Don't be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will of God. Psalm 119:105 ESV Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light for my path. God often gives a lamp, not a map. GOD MAY GUIDE YOU BY CLOSING A DOOR Acts 16:6-7 ESV They went through the region of Phrygia and Galatia, having been forbidden by the Holy Spirit to speak the word in Asia. When they had come opposite Mysia, they tried to go into Bithynia, but the Spirit didn't allow them. A closed door is not always rejection. Sometimes it is direction. Sometimes the Lord leads you by what He will not let you do. STAY FAITHFUL IN THE UNCLEAR SEASON Acts 16:8 ESV Passing by Mysia, they came down to Troas. If you do not know the next big thing, do…

People in this episode

Guest: Richard Welsh

Topics covered

  • God's plan
  • trusting God
  • faithfulness
  • guidance
  • decision making
  • spiritual growth

Keywords

  • God's will
  • peace
  • future
  • faith
  • guidance
  • closed doors
  • next steps

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Romans 12:2 ESV, Psalm 119:105 ESV, Acts 16:6-7 ESV, Acts 16:8 ESV, Acts 16:9 ESV, Acts 16:10 NIV

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