I never would have dreamt this, I reflected. I found myself in a completely unexpected position. Yet God’s fingerprints were clearly evident all over it.
As that situation unfolded, I had continuously prayed, asking God to close that door if I should not walk through it.
Yet, the door swung wide open.
God, close the door if I shouldn’t go there.
Yet, if remained open, refusing to budge.
I felt truly ambivalent about this unplanned opportunity. On one hand it was perfect for me and my family. But… it wasn’t wrapped up in the package I envisioned.
I don’t get to see the whole picture just yet… but God can.
He knows the plans he has for me, plans for my future, plans to give me hope.
After a while in that new opportunity, I knew it was right for me. I can’t imagine I would ever have authored it, but I’ve already been blessed by it.
As I reflect on my surprise, I ask myself, what do I truly know about my future? I can’t see all, know all, or imagine all. But I know the One who does and I trust Him completely.
Even with the unexpected.
Reflections:
How can I willingly relinquish my ideas when God points a different direction?
How can I surrender my plan before God, and accept what He does?
Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, how often do I get caught up in what my wishes demand? Remind me to simply trust in You, that Your ways are above my ways. You know the plans You have for me, plans to give me a future with hope, plans to prosper me and not to harm me. I can trust in You. Thank You. In Jesus’ name, Amen