Have you found yourself wondering why life isn’t going the way you thought it would? You had a plan, a vision, a clear picture of what your future would look like, but now it feels like everything is going in a different direction. Maybe it’s a job opportunity that fell through, a relationship that didn’t turn out the way you hoped, or a dream that feels like it’s slipping away. It can be tough when life doesn’t match our expectations, especially when we thought we were following God’s plan. If you’ve found yourself trusting the Lord in all of what you have been facing, I hope today’s message encourages you!
A Greater Purpose
As believers, we all have certain dreams and goals. But sometimes, things just don’t go as planned. It’s easy to feel frustrated or even disappointed when life seems to take unexpected turns. But here’s the truth: God’s plans for us are far greater than our own. Jeremiah 29:11 reminds us of God’s promise when it says: “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Even when our plans don’t work out, God’s purpose remains. His vision for our lives is bigger than we can see, and He is always working behind the scenes, orchestrating things for our good. Be encouraged that when life doesn’t go as you expect, it doesn’t mean God has abandoned you or even that you’ve missed the mark. Sometimes, He’s simply redirecting you to something even better.
Even when it feels like everything is falling apart, can you still trust God’s plan?
Surrender Your Plans
One of the hardest things we can do as believers is surrender our plans to God. It’s natural to want to hold on tightly to our dreams and ideas, but part of walking in faith is about us being willing to let go when the Father asks us to. Surrendering to the Lord doesn’t mean giving up on your hopes and plans, but it does mean trusting God with the outcome. And here’s the beautiful part: when you let go of your own plans, you make space for God to do something even greater than you could have even imagined!
Pray For His Peace
Embracing the Lord’s plans is about learning to live by faith, not by sight. When life doesn’t look the way you expected, you may be tempted to rely on your own understanding.
Trust the Lord, even when you can’t see the whole picture.
When life feels uncertain, that’s when you must stretch your faith the most. You may not have all the answers or know how everything will turn out, but you must trust the Lord. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the unexpected, take a moment to pause and pray. Give God your worries, and ask Him to fill you with His peace. The peace that the Father gives doesn’t depend on your circumstances. It is a precious peace that goes beyond what you can understand.
Keep walking in faith!
The Lord is faithful!
His promises will come to pass!
Be Encouraged
As you navigate this season of uncertainty, I want to encourage you to keep trusting in God’s plan. Life may not always go as expected, but that doesn’t mean that you’re off course. The Lord is still leading, still guiding, and still working out His purpose in your life. Hold on to His promises, surrender your plans, and walk in faith. Be encouraged that He is preparing you for something beyond your wildest dreams. Stay encouraged, keep praying, and let God’s peace guard your heart and mind. You are exactly where you need to be! In time, the Father’s plans and purpose for your life will unfold in ways you never imagined!
Hold tight to the truth that God’s plans for you are good, and He will fulfill every promise He has spoken over your life.
Stay faithful!
Stay hopeful in His plan!
Trust that the best is yet to come!
Amen.
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Blessings,
Lenika Scott