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Embracing the Unknown: How Uncertainty is a Gift in God's Grand Plan

Embracing the Unknown: How Uncertainty is a Gift in God's Grand Plan

Posted by Kellie on Oct 19th 2024

Short Blog Post on the Uncertainty of End Times

Uncertainty is something many of us try to avoid. We want clear answers, predictable outcomes, and control over our future. But as believers, God calls us to trust Him with the unknown. In fact, not knowing every detail of what’s to come is a gift in God's grand plan. It frees us to focus on what truly matters—loving others, growing in faith, and sharing the story of Christ.

Jesus tells us in Matthew 24:36, "But about that day or hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father." 

While the timing of Christ's return is unknown, this isn't meant to cause fear. Instead, it's an invitation to live fully in the present, trusting in God's perfect timing and using every moment as an opportunity to love and serve.

Uncertainty pushes us to rely on God. When we don’t have all the answers, we are reminded of our need for His guidance and strength. Proverbs 3:5-6 says, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight." This dependence deepens our relationship with Him and helps us find peace, even when the future is unclear.

Rather than fearing the unknown, we can embrace it as part of God’s greater purpose. We have been given the opportunity to live with hope, love deeply, and share the good news without worrying about what we cannot control. By letting go of our desire for certainty, we open our hearts to God's plan and find the freedom to live boldly in faith.

Uncertainty is not something to be feared—it's a gift that reminds us that God is in control, and His plans for us are good. Let's embrace the unknown, trusting that He holds our future in His hands.