When Plans Fall Apart, Purpose Is Still at Work

By Colleeno Chippy

When Plans Fall Apart, Purpose Is Still at Work

By Colleeno Chippy





Sometimes things don’t work out the way we plan. Not because we didn’t try hard enough, and not because we lacked faith—but because what we planned was never meant to stand on its own. Life has a way of interrupting our timelines, rearranging our expectations, and humbling our certainty. In those moments, disappointment can feel loud, and confusion can feel heavy. Yet even then, something sacred is happening beneath the surface.


We often mistake delay for denial, or disruption for failure. But when our plans are not aligned with God, they were never meant to work “for us” in the first place. What feels like a closed door may actually be protection. What feels like loss may be alignment. There is a difference between plans we create out of fear, pressure, or comparison—and plans rooted in surrender, trust, and divine timing.


Scripture reminds us, “For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. That statement is not passive. It is a promise. It speaks to intention, care, and foresight far beyond our limited view. God’s plans are not rushed, reactionary, or fragile. They are steady, purposeful, and anchored in love—even when the path to them feels uncertain.


Trust does not mean we stop planning. It means we hold our plans loosely. It means we stay open to correction, redirection, and refinement. Trust is choosing peace over panic when things shift. It is believing that what is meant for you cannot miss you, and what misses you was never meant to stay.


Hope is not denial of reality. Hope is strength. It is the quiet decision to keep believing when evidence feels thin. Love—both for yourself and for others—becomes the language you use when answers are slow to arrive. Strength shows up not in forcing outcomes, but in standing firm without becoming bitter. And surrender is not weakness; it is wisdom. Surrender says, “I release control, but I keep my faith.”


If today feels heavy, this word is for you. If you are questioning why something didn’t work out, this word is for you. Keep hope alive. Stay rooted in love. Choose strength over resentment. And surrender what you cannot fix, trusting that what is unfolding is doing so with purpose.


God’s plan is not late. It is not confused. And it is not working against you. Even now, it is working for you.


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Conclusion


When plans fall apart, it does not mean your life is falling behind. It may be aligning more deeply than you can see. Let today be a reminder that trust is active, hope is powerful, and surrender opens doors we could never force open ourselves. Stay present. Stay faithful. The plan is still unfolding—and it is good.



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Hi, I'm Colleeno Chippy – a Mom, a Writer/Author , entrepreneur, and believer in turning life’s toughest moments into stepping stones for healing and growth. Through this blog, I share powerful stories, motivational insights, and practical tools to help others rise above challenges and live purposefully. Whether it's embracing self-care, navigating grief, finding faith in dark moments, or simply learning to trust your journey.

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