Simply Unpredictable

Tuesday, September 07, 2010
Unpredictable. That’s life, right? And it seems like if we have plans for life, more times than not they fall through. Sometimes it’s no big deal, and other times it’s heartbreaking. But that’s life – unpredictable. If there’s one thing I’m learning, it’s not to put too much stock in those plans – those dreams. There’s nothing wrong with them, and I think it’s healthy to dream a little. And it’s certainly wise to make some plans. But don’t base your entire life on them. And the reason – well, it’s simple: chances are, those plans and dreams will not come true, more times than not.
And as hard as that is for us to accept, it’s really just a reminder of Who it is that’s really in charge. “I know the Master of the wind. I know the Maker of the rain. He can calm the storm, make the sun shine again. I know the Master of the wind.” Seems like we all want Him as our Savior, but what about our Lord? Are we really okay with Him steering our life in a totally different direction from that which we’ve tried to chart for ourselves?
It’s painful when change comes. It’s painful when the unpredictability of life sweeps us off our feet. And it’s painful when our dreams and plans are changed right before our eyes. And for those of us mere humans who can only see the right now, it doesn’t really make much sense. But to Him who sees the beginning, middle, and end of the parade we call life, all at once: it’s just all part of the Master plan.
Luke 12:6 – 7 tells us of our value to Him. He cares when a sparrow falls, so how much more does He care when we hurt? Just because He tends to steer us in a direction that may at times be painful, doesn’t at all mean He doesn’t hurt with us in those times.
So today, look up. He knows what He’s doing. Trust Him. And when you don’t know how to react, or what else to say, just remember: GIF. God Is Faithful. Always.

That’s just a thought, and I welcome yours.
Until next time,
Blake

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