Interruptions
Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.
— Proverbs 19:21, NIV
I do not like to be interrupted when I am writing because it causes me to lose my train of thought. I always try to find a quiet place where I won’t be disturbed. Usually, when my husband is headed off to one of his gigs or busy doing yard work, I can really focus.
However, one particular afternoon, I was writing in our backyard. I love sitting out there when the weather is nice, simply listening to God. It’s so beautiful that I often wonder if this is a small glimpse of what it may have been like for Adam and Eve walking with God in the Garden of Eden.
While I was sitting there writing, to my surprise, one of our neighbors came through the gate and walked into the backyard. Immediately, I sensed in my spirit that my husband had sent her to me because he was being interrupted while working in the front yard. He had left the gate open and suggested that she come see me. I could feel myself beginning to get a little annoyed, but the Holy Spirit stopped me.
What I didn’t realize was that I actually needed the break—and even more, I needed to allow His light to shine through me in that moment. She told me that my husband had mentioned I was doing Bible study in the backyard, and although she knew I was studying the Bible, she came anyway. We had a short chat about God’s word and some of the things going on in her life, and then she left.
It was a brief but meaningful visit—just enough time for her to receive what she needed. The Holy Spirit reminded me that He is the one who ordains our days and determines whom we are to encounter. We must be willing vessels, ready to stop, submit, and listen—no matter how important we think our current task may be.
What good would it have done for me to continue writing devotionals while God was purposely sending someone to me in person who needed His word right then? We must be careful to stay aligned with our Father at all times. He is purposeful in everything. Amen.
Key Takeaways
God allows interruptions, so pay attention to what He is doing.
Don’t be so holy that you miss the blessing.
Control belongs to God, not you.
Affirmations: Matthew 10:20; Luke 24:32; Ephesians 6:19; Isaiah 55:11
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