GOD’s PLAN OR YOUR PLAN
Many Christians often repeat the phrase, "God’s plan, not mine," believing that every event in their lives—whether financial gain, material success, relationships, or personal struggles—is all part of divine orchestration. However, the reality is that most Christians are not following the God of Israel’s plan at all. They have been conditioned to believe that each day is a fresh start in Jesus, and they are continually blessed, regardless of whether their lives align with the commandments of the God of Israel. Even when they make poor choices—such as entering into bad relationships or facing financial hardships—they assume these consequences are merely part of “God’s plan” to strengthen their faith in Jesus.
This mindset directly contradicts the teachings of the Hebrew Bible (Tanakh), where blessings and curses are tied to obedience and disobedience to the Torah. Unlike the Christian belief that God rewards them regardless of their actions, the Hebrew Bible makes it clear that the God of Israel’s blessings are conditional upon following His commandments. We will compare and contrast the Christian perception of divine favor—especially in areas like finances and relationships—with what the Hebrew Bible actually teaches regarding obedience, accountability, and who the God of Israel’s promises are truly meant for: the nation of Israel, not Christianity.
The God of Israel’s Gift of Free Will vs. Christianity’s Belief in Predestined Orchestration
Many Christians claim, “God’s plan, not mine,” believing that everything in their lives—good or bad—is orchestrated by God. This belief leads them to think that even their mistakes, financial struggles, failed relationships, and hardships are all part of "God’s plan" to make them stronger or test their faith. However, this idea contradicts what the Hebrew Scriptures (Tanakh) actually teach about the nature of the God of Israel.
The God of Israel gives people free will to make their own choices and does not micromanage individual lives, especially outside of His chosen people, Israel. He does not control every event in a person's life; rather, He allows people to experience the consequences of their choices.
This fundamental difference between the God of Israel and the New Testament God that Christianity teaches should be a wake-up call. The Hebrew Scriptures emphasize personal responsibility for one’s own actions, whereas Christianity conditions people to believe in a God who intervenes in every aspect of their lives, including their failures and sins, while requiring nothing from them in return.
1. The God of Israel Gives Free Will to All People
The Hebrew Scriptures consistently teach that human beings have the ability to choose between obedience and disobedience. The God of Israel does not force anyone to follow Him, nor does He control every event in their lives. Instead, He lays out the consequences of their choices and allows them to decide.
A. Free Will is Given to All People
Deuteronomy 30:19 – "I call heaven and earth as witnesses today against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing; therefore choose life, that both you and your descendants may live."
The God of Israel does not force blessings or curses—He presents the options, and the people must choose which path to follow.
If God controlled every action, there would be no need for this command to "choose."
Joshua 24:15 – "And if it seems evil to you to serve YaHuWaH, choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve... But as for me and my house, we will serve YaHuWaH."
Again, the power of choice is given to individuals. Joshua does not say, “God has already preordained everything, so just go with it.” Instead, he calls on the people to make a conscious decision to follow the God of Israel.
B. Humans Are Responsible for Their Own Actions
Ecclesiastes 12:13-14 – "Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear Elohim and keep His commandments, for this is man's all. For Elohim will bring every work into judgment, including every secret thing, whether good or evil."
This verse shows that human actions matter and will be judged accordingly.
If the God of Israel controlled every action, there would be no reason to judge people’s deeds.
2. The God of Israel Intervenes Only for the Sake of His Chosen People, Israel
Unlike the Christian idea that "God is involved in every person’s daily life, orchestrating every event," the Hebrew Bible teaches that the God of Israel primarily intervenes for His covenant people, the nation of Israel.
A. The God of Israel's Special Relationship with Israel
Amos 3:2 – "You only have I known of all the families of the earth; therefore, I will punish you for all your iniquities."
The God of Israel is specifically involved with Israel, not all nations or all individuals.
This directly contradicts the Christian belief that "God is working in everyone's life."
Deuteronomy 7:6-7 – "For you are a holy people to YaHuWaH your Elohim; YaHuWaH your Elohim has chosen you to be a people for Himself, a special treasure above all the peoples on the face of the earth."
The God of Israel intervenes for Israel, not for every person in the world.
Christianity falsely teaches that God is equally invested in every person’s life, but the Hebrew Bible makes it clear that His plan and intervention are for Israel.
B. The God of Israel Allows Nations to Follow Their Own Ways
Deuteronomy 32:8-9 – "When the Most High divided the nations their inheritance, when He separated the sons of Adam, He set the boundaries of the peoples according to the number of the children of Israel. For YaHuWaH’s portion is His people; Jacob is the place of His inheritance."
This shows that other nations were left to their own ways—God does not guide their every move.
Christianity teaches that God is personally orchestrating every event in every person's life, but the Hebrew Bible says otherwise.
3. The Christian Idea That "God Orchestrates Everything" Contradicts the Hebrew Bible
A. Christianity Encourages Passive Acceptance of Life’s Events
Christians believe that everything—good or bad—is "part of God's plan," even when they make bad choices that lead to suffering.
Bad relationship? "God is teaching me something."
Financial struggle? "God is making me stronger."
Missed opportunity? "God closed that door for a reason."
However, this belief removes personal responsibility and falsely attributes failures to "God’s plan" rather than their own choices.
In contrast, the Hebrew Bible teaches that people suffer not because of some divine "lesson," but because of the natural consequences of their own actions.
Proverbs 1:29-31 – "Because they hated knowledge and did not choose the fear of YaHuWaH, they would have none of my counsel and despised my every rebuke. Therefore they shall eat the fruit of their own way, and be filled to the full with their own devices."
People suffer because of their own choices, not because "God planned it."
B. Christianity’s Passive Mindset Contradicts the Active Obedience Required in the Hebrew Bible
Christians often say, "God’s got this," or "I’m waiting for God’s timing," instead of actively obeying His commands.
However, the Hebrew Bible teaches that obedience and action determine a person’s success:
Psalm 1:1-3 – "Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked... but his delight is in the Torah of YaHuWaH, and in His Torah he meditates day and night. He shall be like a tree planted by rivers of water, that brings forth its fruit in its season."
Blessings come from Torah obedience, not passive waiting on "God’s plan."
Conclusion: Christianity’s "God’s Plan" vs. The Hebrew Bible’s Truth
Christianity falsely teaches that everything that happens is part of "God’s plan" for each individual. This leads to a mindset where:
People excuse their bad choices by blaming "God’s will."
They falsely believe "God is involved in every detail of their life."
They assume that their personal struggles are orchestrated by God, even when they result from their own disobedience.
However, the Hebrew Bible teaches:
✔ The God of Israel gives all people free will—He does not micromanage individual lives.
✔ He only intervenes for the sake of His chosen people, Israel.
✔ People suffer or prosper based on their own choices—not because "God willed it."
The Christian "God" of the New Testament is a fabrication that keeps people blind to personal accountability and the truth of the God of Israel. This accepted Christian mindset highlights a fundamental difference between the Christian mindset—particularly the prosperity-driven or fatalistic view of "God's plan"—and the Hebrew Bible's teachings on obedience, consequences, and divine blessings.
Christian Mindset: "God's Plan No Matter What"
Many Christians believe that everything happening in their lives, whether good or bad, is part of "God’s plan." This includes their personal choices in relationships, finances, and lifestyle, even when those choices contradict biblical teachings. A few key characteristics of this mindset include:
Material and Financial Blessings Without Obedience: Many Christians assume that financial success, promotions, or material gain are signs of God's favor, even if they live contrary to His commandments. This belief is reinforced by prosperity gospel teachings that claim faith alone (specifically in Jesus) ensures blessings, regardless of obedience.
Suffering as "God’s Will" Instead of Consequences: If they face hardships in relationships, financial struggles, or other setbacks, they often interpret it as "God’s way of making them stronger," rather than seeing it as a consequence of poor choices.
Lack of Accountability to Torah: Christian doctrine frequently teaches that the Torah (Law) is obsolete, replaced by "grace," so Christians do not see disobedience to the Torah as a reason for suffering. Instead, they believe that whatever happens is simply part of "God’s mysterious plan."
Hebrew Bible: Obedience and Consequences
In contrast, the Hebrew Bible (Tanakh) clearly teaches that blessings and curses are directly tied to obedience to the Torah, not a vague "plan" that disregards personal accountability.
Obedience Brings Blessings (Deuteronomy 28:1-14):
The God of Israel promises His people prosperity, health, and security only if they obey His Torah.
"And all these blessings shall come upon you and overtake you, if you obey the voice of YaHuWaH your Elohim" (Deut. 28:2).
Material and relational success are conditional on Torah obedience, not just belief.
Disobedience Brings Curses (Deuteronomy 28:15-68):
If Israel disobeys, they suffer economic hardship, disease, broken families, and oppression.
"Because you did not obey YaHuWaH your Elohim... you shall be cursed in the city and cursed in the field" (Deut. 28:15-16).
The hardships Christians attribute to "God's plan" are often self-inflicted due to disobedience.
Repentance and Restoration (Deuteronomy 30:1-10):
If Israel returns to the Torah, YaHuWaH restores them.
Unlike the Christian belief that suffering always "makes them stronger," the Hebrew Bible teaches that suffering is often a wake-up call to return to obedience.
Comparison: Christian View vs. Hebrew Bible
The Key Difference: Who Is the God of Israel Actually Blessing?
The God of Israel does not bless a lifestyle of disobedience. The Christian mindset that claims “God blesses me no matter what” ignores the Torah, which clearly states that blessings are for those who walk in His ways.
Christianity teaches that anyone can claim blessings regardless of their actions.
The Torah teaches that only the obedient nation of Israel receives divine favor.
Thus, the Christian view that God is constantly blessing them despite disobedience is incompatible with the Hebrew Bible. Their personal choices—not "God’s plan"—are often the reason for their suffering. Instead of assuming every hardship is a test to "trust Jesus more," they should recognize that the God of Israel rewards those who keep His commandments.
The God of Israel’s Plan vs. Christianity’s Self-Made Plan
Christianity claims to follow "God’s plan," but in reality, their lifestyle, traditions, and beliefs contradict what the God of Israel has established for His chosen people. The Hebrew Bible (Tanakh) clearly lays out the Creator’s plan, which includes exclusive worship of Him alone, obedience to His Torah, and the rejection of pagan customs. However, Christianity, through centuries of traditions, has built its own plan—one that prioritizes personal desires, material wealth, and pagan-influenced celebrations over obedience to the God of Israel.
1. The God of Israel’s Plan: Worship Him Alone, Without Intermediaries
One of the fundamental differences between the Hebrew Bible and Christianity is that the God of Israel commands His people to worship Him directly, without any mediator, while Christianity promotes Jesus as the required intercessor.
Exclusive Worship of the God of Israel (Deuteronomy 6:4-5)
"Hear, O Israel: YaHuWaH our Elohim, YaHuWaH is one! You shall love YaHuWaH your Elohim with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength."This commandment emphasizes that Israel is to worship only the God of Israel—no intermediaries, no additional figures.
Christianity, however, introduces Jesus as an intermediary, contradicting this foundational commandment.
No Need for a Mediator (Exodus 20:3-5)
"You shall have no other gods before Me. You shall not make for yourself a carved image... You shall not bow down to them nor serve them, for I, YaHuWaH your Elohim, am a jealous Elohim."Christianity teaches that people must go through Jesus to access the Father (John 14:6), which directly opposes the Torah's teaching that the God of Israel alone is to be worshiped.
Thus, Christians claiming "God’s plan, not mine" while worshiping through an intermediary (Jesus) are following their own plan, not the God of Israel’s.
2. The God of Israel’s Plan: No Pagan Traditions in Worship
The Hebrew Bible explicitly commands His people to reject pagan customs in worship, yet Christianity has blended idolatrous traditions with their faith, proving they are following their own way rather than the God of Israel’s plan.
Avoiding Pagan Worship (Deuteronomy 12:29-31)
"When YaHuWaH your Elohim cuts off from before you the nations which you go to dispossess... do not inquire after their gods, saying, 'How did these nations serve their gods? I also will do likewise.' You shall not worship YaHuWaH your Elohim in that way."The God of Israel explicitly forbids His people from adopting pagan customs in worship.
Christianity, however, embraces pagan festivals such as:
Christmas (rooted in Saturnalia and winter solstice traditions).
Easter (originating from fertility goddess worship, such as Ishtar).
Halloween (connected to Samhain, a Celtic pagan festival).
Rejecting Human Traditions Over Torah (Jeremiah 10:2-4)
"Thus says YaHuWaH: 'Do not learn the way of the nations... For the customs of the peoples are worthless. They cut a tree from the forest, and a craftsman shapes it with a chisel. They adorn it with silver and gold; they fasten it with hammer and nails so it will not totter.'"This description resembles Christmas tree traditions, which originated from pagan practices.
Christianity disregards these warnings and continues to integrate non-Torah customs into worship.
If Christians were truly following "God’s plan," they would reject these man-made traditions instead of making excuses to continue in them.
3. The Christian Lifestyle Proves It Is Not About the God of Israel’s Plan
Despite claiming that everything happens according to "God’s plan," the lifestyle of most Christians demonstrates that they are following their own plan, not the one the God of Israel established.
Rejecting the Torah While Claiming Blessings
Many Christians live by personal desires, believing they can receive blessings without Torah obedience.
The Hebrew Bible, however, states that blessings are conditional upon obedience (Deut. 28:1-14), and curses follow disobedience (Deut. 28:15-68).
Christianity’s ongoing struggles—family breakdowns, financial instability, and moral decline—are evidence that they are not under the blessings of the God of Israel.
Self-Centered Theology: "God Wants Me to Be Happy"
Many Christians justify their choices (bad relationships, overspending, worldly lifestyles) by claiming, "God’s plan is for me to be happy."
The Hebrew Bible teaches that obedience to the Torah—not personal happiness—is the foundation of a blessed life (Psalm 1:1-3).
Christianity’s focus on "me and my blessings" shows that their religion is about self-fulfillment rather than submission to the God of Israel.
Christianity’s Historical Record Shows It Does Not Follow the God of Israel
Over the past centuries, Christianity has repeatedly proven that its agenda is not about following the God of Israel:
Forced conversions, crusades, and colonialism—actions completely against Torah principles.
Changing the Sabbath to Sunday—a man-made alteration ignoring the God of Israel’s command (Exodus 20:8-11).
Redefining Israel—Christianity falsely claims that believers in Jesus become "spiritual Israel," contradicting the God of Israel’s covenant with the actual nation of Israel (Jeremiah 31:35-37).
If Christianity were truly about "God’s plan," history would show alignment with the Torah. Instead, it shows a long record of ignoring and replacing the God of Israel’s commands with man-made doctrines.
Final Comparison: The God of Israel’s Plan vs. Christianity’s Plan
Conclusion: Christianity Follows Its Own Plan, Not the God of Israel’s
Christians often claim "God’s plan, not mine," but their actions, beliefs, and traditions prove otherwise. The God of Israel’s plan is clearly laid out in the Torah:
Worship Him alone—no intermediaries.
Reject pagan customs and traditions.
Live according to His Torah to receive blessings.
Christianity, on the other hand, has created a man-made plan based on personal desires, pagan influences, and the rejection of Torah. Their long history of replacing the commands of the God of Israel with their own traditions proves that they are not living according to His plan, but their own.
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There is no commandment in the Hebrew ToRaH from the God of Israel that requires Israelites to pray through an intermediary to commune with Him. Instead, the Hebrew TaNaKh emphasizes the importance of direct communication between the Nation of Israel, identified as the God of Israel’s son (Exodus 4:22-23 and Hosea 11:1), and YaHuWaH—much like the relationship between a father and his child—without the need for a mediator.
Isaiah 29:13
13 Wherefore YaHuWaH said, Forasmuch as this people draw near me with their mouth, and with their lips do honour me, but have removed their heart far from me, and their fear toward me is taught by the precept of men:
The prophet Isaiah 29:13 states that the people of Israel outwardly honor YaHuWaH with their words, but their hearts are far from Him. Today, the world finds itself in the same condition—people’s fear (or reverence) of YaHuWaH is not genuine but is shaped by human traditions, emotionalism, religious systems, and the worship of an intermediary savior, all rooted in the precepts of men rather than His unchanging Torah. This means they are not truly following YaHuWaH’s instructions but are worshiping Him through man-made rules and religious pagan customs. Because these teachings come from human tradition rather than the Torah, they lead people away from the true ways of YaHuWaH. Worship that is not rooted in truth becomes vain (shav’ - שָׁוְא)—useless, deceptive, and lacking substance (Exodus 20:7).
Ezekiel 18:30-32
30 Therefore I will judge you, O house of Israel, every one according to his ways, saith the YaHuWaH God. Repent, and turn yourselves from all your transgressions; so iniquity shall not be your ruin.
31 Cast away from you all your transgressions, whereby ye have transgressed; and make you a new heart and a new spirit: for why will ye die, O house of Israel?
32 For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith YaHuWaH God: wherefore turn yourselves, and live ye.
BaT DaBaR 7:14 “2 Chronicles” Hebrew TaNaKh
14 When my people, who bear MY NAME humble themselves, pray, and seek my favor and TURN from their evil ways; I will hear in my heavenly abode, and FORGIVE their sins, and will heal their land.
MaKhiYaH 6:8 “Micah”
8 He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth YaHuWaH require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy ALuWaH?
ZaMaR 119:10-11 “Psalm”
10 With my whole heart have I sought thee: O let me not wander from thy commandments.
11 Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee.
Psalm 119:10-11 expresses a deep commitment to seeking and following YaHuWaH's commandments. The psalmist declares that they have wholeheartedly sought after YaHuWaH and asks not to be led astray from His ToRaH. Furthermore, the psalmist has treasured YaHuWaH's word in their heart to avoid sinning against Him, showing a desire to live righteously by keeping the God of Israel’s ToRaH close.