And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28, NIV
As most well-prepared, organized teachers do at the beginning of the school year, you probably have your classroom beautifully decorated with a theme you chose over the summer. You have attached the class roster to a clipboard, planned fun icebreakers, and you are set for the day! Or so you thought.
Instead, your morning may be spent confirming and reconfirming afternoon transportation, unpacking supplies, and ensuring routines, procedures, and expectations are set. And that’s perfectly okay. It’s okay when things don’t go as planned.
Remember, the only plan that matters is God’s plan. Just keep your eyes fixed on Him!
Lord, please help me to stay within Your will and Your plan. Help me to see the difference between my plan and Yours. Please forgive me when I haven’t. I pray that I always willingly surrender to Your plan because it’s for my good. In Jesus’s name, Amen.
Copyright Niccori Thomas-Brown.
If you’ve enjoyed this devotion, Niccori shares more in her book, Doing All God Has Called You To Do: A Devotion For Novice Teachers.
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I really meedithis! It was perfect as my year as started less than perfect. My entire job plan has been changed from what it has been for basically 28 years with only 2 years to retirement. I am trying to remember that God always has a plan and we not always understand His reasons. In the end, I know if I stand strong in Him, I WILL come out on top!
God Bless!
Thanks for sharing, Kathy! We will be praying for you as you navigate your new role!