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Would you say you praise God when your plans don’t work? Joining me today is writer and podcaster Cheryl Davis, who encourages us all to see God’s bigger plan. Cheryl recounts a memorable hunting experience that taught her the importance of flexibility and recognizing God's hand in our lives. Our conversation delves into the challenges of motherhood, the significance of self-care, and the power of storytelling. Cheryl also discusses her podcast aimed at encouraging mothers.
Takeaways
- Life has not happened how I want it, but God's hand is always in it.
- Praising God for plans that didn't work out can lead to unexpected blessings.
- Grieving failed plans is important for emotional healing.
- Contentment is a struggle when plans don't go as expected.
- Recognizing God's purpose in our struggles can provide comfort.
- Being undone is part of the process of being made new.
Sound Bites
- "God had a bigger plan."
- "Life has not happened how I want it."
Reflection Questions
- Maybe you are not going on an actual hunt, but you can take a moment today to be more mindful of the ways god is and has worked throughout your last week.
- How can you grieve about the plans that didn't work and how expectations were not met, and surrender that to the Lord?
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Keywords: motherhood, ministry, hunting, faith, personal stories, encouragement, podcasting, devotionals
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