Many are the plans in a person’s heart,
but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.Proverbs 19:21
Life gets crazy sometimes, doesn’t it? Just when you think you have a plan……well, you don’t.
This is the week I decided to get serious about writing the novel I’ve been researching for the past two years. I shared the decision to “just write” and the awakening of my “wonder” on the Breathe writers’ blog this week. The Breathe Conference last weekend was life-changing for me and I’m excited to begin this story-telling journey.
So, I spent most of one day writing. It was wonderful!
Then life took over.
On Wednesday, a text from a friend alerted me to the fact there were three fire engines and an EMS vehicle at our business site 10 miles away. A quick call to my husband assured me it was just a minor fire, but could I come over and take care of some things for him?
Of course. It’s what I do. We’re business partners.
That was a long day.
My siblings and I have been trying to get our parents moved from their home of 25 years to a cute little apartment at the edge of town. They have a lot of “stuff”, so I spent a couple of afternoons helping with that.
In between were a doctor’s appointment, a meeting at church, leading a Bible study and work on other writing projects. The bonus in my week was lunch with a couple of friends — I really needed that.
My point is, I still have plans in my heart to write the Great American Novel, but God also has a purpose for my days. Lots of purposes, in fact. What I rest in is the knowledge and assurance there will be time to write, because God’s Word also says this:
“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
I think it’s important that we actively pursue God’s plans, that we don’t simply sit by and wait for things to happen. I need to get a handle on my own schedule and pray that the Lord helps me set aside time to write. I know it’s what He has called me to do and I’m excited to see how how He brings it to pass.
If God calls me to it, I know He’ll equip me to do it. We’re “partners”.
Yes indeed he will. So thankful the fire at your business was small. Can’t wait for the day you write your novel friend.