For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11
The new year is a time to reflect on the past and then make plans for the future. Writing our annual Christmas letter each year gives me an opportunity to remember all that occurred throughout the past year, to reflect and compare my expectations with reality. Last January, for the first time in several years, I didn’t have expectations. I worked at going through each day, living for the Lord, and not worrying about my career. I had finally come to be at peace with where I was and what I was doing. I was content. In previous years I always had expectations and plans. When they didn't pan out as I had anticipated I would be disappointed, and even frustrated, questioning my choices and decisions. But last year, I went into 2015 knowing God’s plans, not mine, are best.
So when an opportunity came up to teach a computer class to 600 3rd, 4th, & 5th graders in March, I was caught off guard. I applied, was called for an interview, and was given the position in a few short weeks. I absolutely love what I am doing. But, this was never in my plans. And that makes me smile. All along, it was in His plans for me.
