The day was planned. We had places to go, people to see, errands to run. I was ready. Clothes were selected the night before. Lists were made. Details were covered.
Then everything changed. A major migraine the next morning forced me to forfeit all my plans. Light was unbearable. Noise was not an option. Food was not desired. Even the pillow was painful.
Plans were changed. I was not happy. Once again, my goals had been altered. Frustration was now my friend.
Then I remembered. In the big picture, this was not the worst thing that could happen. I still have my wonderful husband. We have two precious adult children. Our home is warm and withstanding the rain and wind. Life remains very blessed. My husband was able to enjoy more rest. I eventually completed a few projects at home.
Isn't life like that? When a plan, or goal, or desire doesn't happen as we hope, we find ourselves annoyed or disappointed. Yet when we consider what's really important, life is still a blessing.
I wonder. Perhaps God has plans for us that we don't always realize. Yet we set our goals. We make our lists. We cover our details. We make our selections. We pursue our direction. We forget to include Him in our decisions. Of course, personal responsibility is important. That's not my point.
I am so thankful that when our plans don't unfold as we had hoped, God's plans and purpose for us do not cease. I am grateful for His mercy, grace, love, forgiveness and faithfulness. He still cares and continues to work in my life, even when I have made a mess of it on my own. Thank You, God, for never abandoning me. May I listen to You more each moment.♥~thl
"The Lord will fulfill His purpose, for me; Your love, O Lord, endures forever--do not abandon the works of Your hands." Psalm 138: 8
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