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January 26, 2026
His Ways are Higher
If this computer would allow me to see all of you as I ask for a show of hands who
thought we would NOT have school today, I have a feeling the count would be fairly high.
If you could see through yours, you would see both of my hands as high in the sky as my
body would allow. I even went as far as to make a mental list of all the shows I would be
catching up on today while working on my favorite relaxing hobby-Diamond Art. I guess
the weather had other plans.
As humans, we plan because it gives us a sense of control. We map out timelines, set
goals, and imagine how our life should unfold. Oftentimes, these plans are good,
thoughtful, and responsible. But sometimes we confuse a good plan with God’s plan.
When something we expected doesn’t work out, disappointment can quickly turn into
confusion or even doubt. What we don’t realize at the moment is that God sees the whole
picture, while we only see a single frame. God’s plans are shaped by eternal perspective,
not temporary comfort. He sees the paths we haven’t walked yet, the people we haven’t
met yet, and the growth that can only come through difficulty. What feels like a setback
to us may actually be protection. What feels like a delay may be preparation.
When I taught in the classroom, I would tell my preschoolers that God can give us one of
three answers: yes, no, or wait. If He says no, it’s not to punish us, but to redirect us. Other
times He allows plans to fall apart so something deeper can be built in their place.
Growing up, my dad would say “If you wanna hear God laugh, tell him your plans.” As I
grow in age and in the Lord, I have found that His ways are truly better than my ways and
His plans are truly greater than my plans. And when we stop asking God to bless our
plans and start asking Him to guide our steps, we will discover a peace that doesn’t
depend on outcomes. And in that surrender, we often find that God was leading us
somewhere far better than we could have planned on our own.
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“If it doesn’t happen the way you wanted, it will happen in a better way than you ever imagined. That’s
the beauty of God’s plan.”
As educators, ministry leaders, and people of God, we know what it feels like to plan carefully, pray
faithfully, and still watch things unfold differently than we expected. A lesson doesn’t land the way we
hoped. A student faces a setback. A schedule shifts. A project changes direction. A door closes that we
were sure would open.
In those moments, it’s easy to feel like something has gone wrong. But Scripture gently reframes our
perspective: “A man’s heart plans his way, But the Lord directs his steps.” — Proverbs 16:9 (NKJV)
We plan with intention; however, God leads with perfection.
Think of Joseph. He never would have chosen betrayal, slavery, or prison. Yet through every
unexpected turn, God was positioning him for influence, protection, and purpose. Joseph’s words at
the end of his journey still speak to us today: “But as for you, you meant evil against me; but God
meant it for good...” — Genesis 50:20 (NKJV)
God’s “better” rarely looks better at first. But it always becomes better in time, in His perfect time.
You may be carrying unseen burdens. You may be navigating situations that feel unfinished or
unclear. You may be wondering why something didn’t work out the way you hoped.
But the God who called you to this work is the same God who orders your steps, strengthens your
hands, and shapes your path with purpose. “And we know that all things work together for good to
those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.” — Romans 8:28 (NKJV)
Not some things. Not the easy things. All things. Even the interruptions. Even the disappointments. Even
the unexpected shifts in your day. God is not withholding good from you. He is preparing good for you. “For the Lord God is a sun and
shield; The Lord will give grace and glory; No good thing will He withhold From those who walk
uprightly.” — Psalm 84:11 (NKJV)
If something didn’t happen the way you wanted, it may be because God is crafting something wiser,
kinder, and more fruitful than you could see from where you stand.
Your faithfulness today is part of the bigger story He is writing for you. Never forget that.
FCS Blog
January 13, 2026
Word for the Year
There are several things that I used to do that I don’t anymore. I don’t roll through stop signs like I used to
because of two $150 tickets. I don’t watch as much sports now because other things in my life are more
important. I don’t get as angry as I used to because that was hurting too many relationships. I bet there
are things in your life that you have stopped doing for one reason or another.
Another of those things that I have quit doing is New Year’s resolutions. I would make a few of them each
year with high hopes and steadfast resolve. I would do well keeping them for a few weeks, even a couple of
months for the ones I was most excited about, only to eventually quit. I was tired of not following through
with them, so I quit making resolutions. I did nothing of the sort for several years.
A few years ago, I read a book that suggested having a word for the year to help guide your thoughts and
actions. Granted, the book also suggested making resolutions and goals for the year, but I ignored that
part. I did this about three years ago with the phrase Be Still. I tried to take a few minutes several times a
day to just be still in God’s presence. The following year, my word for the year was linger; I tried to linger in
moments with my family and friends to treasure those moments and make them lasting memories.
I was reading a blog for an author that I follow about a year and a half ago. In this blog, he said that he was
choosing his word for the year from the fruit of the spirit in Galatians 5:22-23 which says,
“But the fruit of the
Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against
such things there is no law.” I knew I didn’t want to choose patience/forbearance because I get plenty of
opportunities to practice that without asking for it. This past year, my word was peace which I brought to
mind often when I was feeling pressured or stressed. This year, my word for the day is self-control. I felt I
could do better in a few areas of life, and self-control would be helpful to get better.
Everyone has their own way of doing things that work for him or her. This has been working for me with the
help of God. My hope and prayer for you is that 2026 will be a year of being in God’s will and blessings.
God Bless,
David
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January 05, 2026
New Year, Same Vision
Happy New Year everyone! I pray you had a restful break and that you are ready for
whatever 2026 may hold. Usually, I would try and find a word or phrase for the year-
something that would motivate me in the new year. With that being said, I don’t want to leave behind last year’s vision-particularly the
school’s vision...Created For a Purpose. I don’t want that to just apply to my school life,
but rather apply it to every day. Ephesians 2:10 says “For we are his workmanship,
created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should
walk in them.”
I don’t know about you, but it’s very easy to get your purpose confused with your role in
life. My role in life is never-ending: parent, spouse, director, daughter, aunt,
granddaughter, the list goes on. How does that saying go?-”I was born to be a
mom/dad.” I was born for this job.” But the more I think about it, while I wouldn’t trade
any of those titles, my ultimate title is the one that gives me the most joy-CHILD OF GOD.
And in being a child of God, that is what gives me my true purpose. Without knowing
who holds my tomorrows, I could never be fully effective in my life roles. We were created by a God who knows us, sees us, and designed our lives with meaning
woven into every fiber. In this new year, allow God to use you for a purpose. May we
make ourselves available for what He has called us to do. Disclaimer: when we make
ourselves available, the road may not always be smooth. Our purpose is often refined
through delays, detours, disappointments, waiting and silence. But praise God, He
doesn’t waste pain. What feels like a setback can become preparation. All because we
were created for a purpose.
In 2026, may we seek out our spiritual purpose. May we remember who we are in Christ
Jesus. We belong to the family of God! The song says “ I’m so glad I’m a part of the
family of God. I’ve been washed in the fountain, cleansed by His blood. Joint heirs with
Jesus as we travel this sod, for I’m part of the family, the family of God!”