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A Prayer for Those Whose Plans Have Been Derailed by Life

A Prayer for Those Whose Plans Have Been Derailed by Life

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Regardless of where life takes us, let’s hold onto hope. Let’s live our days with joyful anticipation of the good God will certainly continue to pour out into our lives. Let’s trust that God’s mighty, caring hand is working on his master, good plan. Even right now through what isn’t going as you planned. Know that he will lift you up in due time. - Keri Eichberger

Today’s episode of Your Daily Prayer speaks directly to those wrestling with disappointment when life doesn’t go as planned. Keri Eichberger shares personal moments of heartbreak and missed expectations, reminding us that even in life's detours, God's plan is still good. This devotional invites listeners to release their anxious striving and to trust in God’s timing, provision, and care.

Topics covered:

  • Trusting God through unexpected setbacks

  • Finding hope in disappointment

  • Surrendering our plans to God's will

  • God’s sovereignty and timing

  • Holding tightly to eternal hope

Scripture References

1 Peter 5:6–7

“Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
👉 Read 1 Peter 5:6–7 on BibleStudyTools.com

Prayer Summary

This prayer invites us to surrender our unmet expectations to God and humbly trust His perfect plans. It asks for grace to shift our focus from earthly hopes to heavenly assurance, and for joy rooted not in perfect plans, but in the perfect love of God.

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Related Links & Resources

  • How to Trust God When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned

  • Bible Verses for Disappointment

  • The Importance of Surrendering Our Plans

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