Opening Verse
“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.” – Proverbs 3:5 (KJV)
Introduction
Life’s like a winding road. Sometimes it takes us places we never planned to go. This devotional is about embracing those unexpected turns with trust in God and a brave heart.
Devotional Story
Let’s talk about Jack. He grew up dreaming of big city life, but life had other plans. He ended up in a small town, running a coffee shop. At first, Jack felt like he missed out. But then he noticed something – his shop became a place where people shared stories and found comfort.
Jack remembered his grandma’s words, “God’s plans are often different, but always better.” She was a wise woman who lived a simple, yet full life, always trusting in God’s plan, even when it didn’t make sense.
As time went by, Jack started to see the beauty in his life. He realized that his dream of city life was just one path. His coffee shop, the joy it brought to people, that was another path – unexpected, but just as meaningful.
What This Means
Sometimes, what we think we want isn’t what we need. Like Jack, we might find ourselves on a different path than we planned. That’s okay. It’s more than okay – it can be a blessing in disguise.
Think About This
Think about your own life. Are there places where things didn’t go as planned? Can you see how those changes might be part of a bigger, better plan?
Prayer
Lord, help us to trust in Your way, even when it’s not what we expected. Give us the strength to walk the path You’ve laid out for us, finding joy and purpose in every twist and turn. Amen.
Closing Verse
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” – Jeremiah 29:11 (KJV)