Sadness & Loss
📅 When Plans Get Canceled
You can be disappointed and still trust God. People plan their way, and the Lord directs the steps.
Good
“We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose.”
Romans 8:28 · World English Bible
Steps
“A man’s heart plans his course, but Yahweh directs his steps.”
Proverbs 16:9 · World English Bible
Commit
“Commit your way to Yahweh. Trust also in him, and he will do this:”
Psalms 37:5 · World English Bible
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Say it
Practice Romans 8:28
Tap the words in order. The blanks follow the verse from left to right.
WethatallthingsworkforgoodforthosewhoGod,tothosewhoarecalledaccordingtohispurpose.
Pray together
Dear God, I was excited and now it is canceled. Help me be sad without being mean, and trust you with today. Amen.
Two-minute challenge
Name the disappointment in one sentence, then choose one small good thing you can still do today.
Parent tip
Let the disappointment stand for a minute before you offer a replacement activity.