--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: The LORD Almighty has spoken—who can…" description: "\"“The LORD Almighty has spoken—who can change his plans? When his hand moves, who can stop him? (ISAIAH 14:27 NLT).”\" — Deborah Smith Pegues" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/c32/deborah-smith-pegues-23449_god_the-lord-almighty-has-spoken-who-can-cha_2008656.jpg" --- # The LORD Almighty has spoken—who can change his plans?… ![“The LORD Almighty has spoken—who can change his plans? When his hand moves, who can stop him? (ISAIAH 14:27 NLT).” quote by Deborah Smith Pegues](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/c32/deborah-smith-pegues-23449_god_the-lord-almighty-has-spoken-who-can-cha_2008656.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/c32/deborah-smith-pegues-23449_god_the-lord-almighty-has-spoken-who-can-cha_2008656.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/c32/deborah-smith-pegues-23449_god_the-lord-almighty-has-spoken-who-can-cha_2008656.jpg) > ““The LORD Almighty has spoken—who can change his plans? When his hand moves, who can stop him? (ISAIAH 14:27 NLT).”” [Deborah Smith Pegues](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/deborah-smith-pegues/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Divine plans are immutable; human effort cannot alter them. **In simple terms:** God’s will is unchangeable. Key Takeaway Trust in higher purpose. Themes faith divine sovereignty humility Mood reverent contemplative Type spiritual theological When to use this quote - personal prayer - church teachings - ethical decision‑making Key Concepts theology scripture interpretation Questions to Reflect On - How do you reconcile free will with divine plans? - What role does prayer play in acceptance? 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