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You Can't Plan to Meet the People Who Will Change Your Life

Life's greatest moments often come unplanned. Embrace courageous, faith-driven steps, stay open to divine interruptions, and always be ready when God surprises you.

I used to think I had everything figured out. Goals mapped, strategies defined, relationships neatly organized into a tidy schedule.

But then life reminded me that the greatest blessings come unexpectedly.

God's greatest breakthroughs often come in disguise.

There’s a story of a man invited to speak at a prestigious event. He felt sick, tired, and, honestly, wanted to cancel. But he showed up anyway. 

That night, seated next to him by pure chance, was the woman who would become his wife.

If he had followed logic, he might have missed the miracle God had arranged.

By the way, this man was none other than Steve Jobs…

We love to control and plan everything, but God loves surprising us.

Proverbs 16:9 says, "We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps." 

There's beauty and power in surrendering our control to God's greater vision. He sees connections we can't yet imagine. And his timing always beats our calendar.

Take courageous steps without overthinking.

If we want life-changing encounters, we must be willing to step out boldly, even when we're unsure. 

This doesn’t mean we stop setting goals or chasing dreams. But it means staying open to divine interruptions, to opportunities dressed up as inconveniences, and to connections found outside our carefully constructed routines.

The life you’re praying for might meet you on an ordinary day.

Maybe today feels mundane, routine, or even discouraging.

But what if today holds the seed of something extraordinary

The next person you casually chat with might become your greatest partner, friend, or mentor. 

The next conversation could lead you to a breakthrough in your business, relationships, or spiritual journey.

Be ready for the unexpected, prepared for divine moments, and brave enough to seize them.

Today, make room in your schedule and heart for surprises

Pay attention to who's around you. Take bold, faith-driven steps without obsessing over outcomes. 

God isn't random; He's intentional. When you trust His surprises, your life expands in ways far beyond your careful planning.

Remember, you can't plan to meet the people who change your life. But you can choose to be ready when they arrive.

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