Prepare Him Room: The Story of Jesus in LukeSample

Mary was nearing the end of her pregnancy, and Joseph probably felt the weight of what was coming. Then, out of nowhere, a government order sent them on a hundred-mile journey—right when they should’ve been settling in and preparing for the birth of their son.

This wasn’t their plan—and it sure wasn’t convenient—but it was exactly where God wanted them to be.

Sometimes life takes unexpected turns. Plans fall through, timelines shift, and unwelcome surprises fall into our laps. But what if these disruptions are actually putting you right where you’re meant to be?

Reflect: What’s one unexpected thing that’s thrown you off lately? What if God’s actually using it?

Pray: God, I don’t love it when plans fall apart, but I want to trust you—even when it doesn’t make sense. Help me see how you’re at work, even in ways I don’t expect. Amen.