Monday's Marriage Moment - Plot Twist!

For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the Lord.
-Isaiah 55:8

John and I like to watch action and suspense movies together. Just when you think you know what is going to happen in these movies a new element is introduced or someone does something unexpected. It is at this point that John yells out, "plot twist!" He has even carried that phrase into every day life. If we encounter an unexpected surprise or blessing or if someone does something unexpected he yells out, "plot twist!" It has become a source of comedy for us. As I reflect on this year, this is the phrase that comes to mind. God has orchestrated some real plot twists in my life this year. Some of them have been great, and some of them have challenged me and stretched me.

God, as a master author -- the perfect creator, knows how to work out the plot twists in our lives. He knows exactly what we need to be who He has called us to be. He gives us a vision for our lives, but He doesn't show us every detail. He gives us the big rocks, and then He expects us to walk closely to Him as the plan unfolds. When we encounter the unexpected it is a "plot twist" for us, but He saw it the whole time. There are several instances in the bible where God mastered plot twists:

• Lazarus was dead. Actually, he was dead for 3 days, but then PLOT TWIST -- Jesus resurrects him!
• The widow woman was prepared for both her son and herself to die, but PLOT TWIST -- God uses Elisha and she has more than enough
• The Shunnamite woman's son was dead in an upper chamber, but PLOT TWIST -- God uses Elijah to bring him back to life
• Saul tried to kill David multiple times. He had him backed into corners over and over, but PLOT TWIST David survives and becomes the king
• Jesus Himself was crucified on the cross. They buried Him in a borrowed tomb, but PLOT TWIST -- He was raised with all power!

I bet you can list some instances in which God manufactured a plot twist in your life. Some of you are married because of a plot twist! Some of you have the jobs you have because of a plot twist! Some of you are ministering the gospel because of a plot twist!

It may have looked bleak before the story took a turn, but God worked out the plot twist so well that it overshadowed what happened before. He will do the same for your story!

Yeah, God is the master of plot twists! So, whatever situation you may face in your life and marriage today know that God has a plot twist in store for you.

• If you and your spouse are not on the same page, expect a PLOT TWIST!
• If your finances are not in the best shape...expect a PLOT TWIST!
• If your friendships or relationships are in shambles...expect a PLOT TWIST!

Seek God today! Serve Him and expect Him to introduce a plot twist to your story!