Embracing the Pause: Trusting God in Stagnant Seasons

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If you were to ask me how I really feel today, I would tell you— “Stuck.” I feel stuck, and I can’t quite put a finger on why. In the past, moments like this would lead me to question myself. Had I done something wrong? Was I wasting time, failing to be as productive as I hoped? But through God’s grace, I have come to see that feeling stuck isn’t always tied to my actions—or lack thereof.

Sometimes, feeling stuck is simply the result of stress, an accumulation of unplanned events beyond my control. And what do you do when life feels paused? Nothing. Yes, nothing—except praise God and embrace the moment. Because in every season, there is always a lesson.

In times like these, I lean into God’s grace and strength even more. I make sure to remain in that place of prayer, even if I don’t have much—or anything—to say. And that’s okay. Sometimes, prayer isn’t about speaking but about sitting in silence and listening for God’s voice.

What if this season of stillness is actually an invitation—an opportunity to spend more quiet moments with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit? Through my journey of faith, I continue to learn that every moment matters. We are called to embrace each part of our walk, trusting that God is always working, even when things feel stagnant.

I may not have all the answers today, but this is where I am. So, take this as my blog post—my little reflection for the day. What do you do when you feel stuck? I’d love to hear your thoughts.

Wishing you a blessed day and a wonderful weekend.

Shalom,

Iamsosasmama ❤️

Aligning My Daily Plans with God

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 I came across this unpublished draft today, and after reflecting on my day, I am reminded how faithfully God has aligned my daily plans with His purposes. While the situation I initially wrote about was in the past, today’s experience was different. I had a sizeable to-do list, which didn’t unfold exactly as I had planned. In fact, I only managed to accomplish two items on that list—one being my commitment to my Friday blog post. Still, I am grateful to God. His ways are higher than mine, and I pledge to hold my plans loosely, allowing room for Him to guide me.

 

 

At the start of each day, I pray: “Let all that I do today, Lord, be in alignment with Your plans.” This prayer has profoundly shaped my perspective, helping me approach each situation—whether joyful or challenging—with intentionality.

Take today, for example. I woke up feeling “off” and nearly skipped my usual morning walk. However, I pushed past my reluctance and walked anyway. Was feeling funky a sign that I wasn’t aligned with God’s plans? Reflecting on this moment, I see it differently. That sense of discomfort became an opportunity for me to remember my prayer and trust that even unexpected feelings and challenges fit within God’s broader plan for me.

I don’t believe God causes negative situations in our lives, but when they arise, how do we respond? Are we willing to see them through the lens of His purpose? Today, I remembered God’s Word, which encourages us to give thanks in everything—and I did. Perhaps His plan for my day was for me to practice gratitude and lean into lessons He was teaching me.

Beloved, let this be a reminder: when we pray for our plans to align with God’s, we must be prepared for both the highs and lows. This is not to suggest expecting the bad, but when challenges come, let us find the lessons they offer and give thanks anyway

Shalom,

Iamsosasmama ❤️