A husband and wife have a longing to establish an orphanage. The noble mission that they originally wanted to achieve when her husband entered retirement, about eight years ago. However, it was unexpected that Godβs intervention made the plan have to be accelerated.
He created conditions that βforcedβ them to immediately establish an orphanage. Eight years later, while reminiscing about the past his wife said, βFortunately at that time we were obedient, because if we started now, the conditions would not allow it.β
We may be familiar with the expression βman plans, but God decidesβ. Yes, we believe there is a factor of Godβs will and sovereignty, which can make our plans go faster, slower, or have to experience sudden adjustments.
This is what happened in Maryβs life, who was engaged to Joseph. She may have made plans for their familyβs future, but suddenly God came and spoke through His angel. Humanly speaking, Maryβs plan can be said to be a mess, but Mary understands her position as a servant of God who must surrender to Godβs will and plan.
What about our current situation? Is our condition like Mary who has to adapt quickly, because God intervened in our lives to do something? Letβs learn to respond like Mary, because we are His servants. Let it be through our obedience and willingness, God can reveal His glory.
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