Disruptions are opportunities to encounter and trust God in new ways.

Disruptions are a direct assault on our sinful inclination to assert our will in any and every situation.

Sometimes when nothing is going according to our plans, everything is falling into place for God’s plans.

Reflection Questions:

1. How is God revealing His presence?
2. How is God inviting me to trust Him and His good plans?
3. What step can I take to trust and obey God?

“The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel (which means 'God with us')." - Matthew 1:23

1. The Good Shepherd came to Refresh and Restore Weary Sheep. (Matthew 9:36, Psalm 23, Isaiah 40)
2. The Good Shepherd came to Rescue and Redirect Lost Sheep. (Luke 2:10-11; 15:3-7; John 10:1-4,9-10; Ezekiel 34, Zechariah 9)
3. When we trust in Jesus, the Good Shepherd, it leads to JOY in heaven and in us. (Luke 2:10-14, 20; Luke 15:5-7, John 15:11)

Reflection Questions: 1) Are you ready to trust Jesus to bring refreshment and rest to your weary soul? 2) Are you ready to trust Jesus to rescue or redirect you? 3) How could you share this good news with someone in your circle of influence?

God still speaks to unlikely people in unlikely places.

4 Practical Tips to Hear God Speak to YOU:

1. Create space and pace to listen.
2. Submit yourself to God’s purposes – even when you are troubled or afraid.
3. Know God’s promises through God’s Word and God’s Spirit.
4. Listen for good news that increases joy, peace and power.

“For no word from God will ever fail.” - Luke 1:37