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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.