When Plans Fall Apart
Sunday Rewind is a 5-day Devotional based on the weekly sermon at Resonate Community Church
December 14th Sermon, Day 2
Mary and Joseph had their lives planned out. In their culture, engagement was a serious 12-month commitment filled with preparation and anticipation. They knew what to expect, had their timeline mapped out, and were ready for their future together. Then everything changed with an angelic announcement that would turn their world upside down.
Sudenly, Mary was pregnant through the Holy Spirit. Joseph faced the possibility of public disgrace. They had to make a difficult 90-mile journey while Mary was near term. Their child would be born in less-than-ideal conditions, far from family and the comfort of home. Nothing was going according to plan.
Yet in the midst of all this chaos and uncertainty, Mary and Joseph held onto something greater than their plans - they held onto God's promises. The angels had spoken. The prophecies were being fulfilled. Even when their circumstances felt overwhelming, they trusted that God was in control.
Life has a way of disrupting our carefully laid plans. Jobs change, relationships shift, health challenges arise, and dreams get deferred. But here's the beautiful truth: your disrupted plans don't disrupt God's purposes. In fact, sometimes what feels like everything falling apart is actually everything falling into place according to God's perfect design.
When your plans crumble, remember Mary and Joseph. Hold fast to God's promises, even when you can't see the full picture.
Bible Verse
'Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on David's throne and over his kingdom, establishing and upholding it with justice and righteousness from that time on and forever. The zeal of the Lord Almighty will accomplish this.' - Isaiah 9:7
Reflection Question
How can you hold onto God's promises when your own plans seem to be falling apart?
Quote
Your status and your reputation doesn't matter to God. And your life…It's not too much for God. It's not too messy for God.
Prayer
Father, when my plans don't work out the way I expected, help me to trust in Your greater plan. Give me the faith to believe that You are working all things together for good, even when I can't see it. Amen.
