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2/21/25 Stepping Into the Unknown

  • Writer: Fr. Patrick Bush
    Fr. Patrick Bush
  • Feb 21
  • 2 min read

Takeaway: Trusting God’s plan even when it’s unclear.


“By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out to a place that he was to receive as an inheritance. And he went out, not knowing where he was going.” — Hebrews 11:8

Opening Prayer

Heavenly Father, as I come before You today, open my heart to Your truth. Speak to me through Your Word and strengthen my faith. Help me to trust in Your guidance, find peace in Your presence, and walk in Your ways. In Jesus’ name, Amen.


Reflection

Faith often calls us to step out and move forward even before we see the full picture. Abraham’s journey is a powerful example of this truth. God told him to leave his homeland and all that was familiar, without revealing the final destination. Yet, Abraham went. He trusted God’s promise, even when the path was uncertain.


We, too, face moments when God calls us into the unknown—new opportunities, unexpected challenges, or seasons of transition where the future feels unclear. Our natural instinct is to seek security and control, but faith invites us to trust God’s direction rather than our own understanding.


Stepping out in faith isn’t about having all the answers; it’s about knowing Who is leading us. God sees the full picture when we see only a fragment. When we trust Him, He provides the guidance, strength, and provision we need for each step.

Is God calling you to step forward in faith today? Maybe it’s a new role, a difficult decision, or simply the next step in your spiritual journey. Like Abraham, we may not know where the road leads, but we can trust the One who does.


Application

• Even if you don’t see the full plan, move forward in faith to what God has already revealed.

• Meditate on His Word to strengthen your trust.

• Fear thrives in uncertainty, but God’s presence is greater. Pray for the courage to walk in faith, even when the outcome is unknown.


Closing Prayer

Lord, I don’t always see the path ahead, but I choose to trust You. Give me the faith to step forward, knowing that You are guiding me. Help me to walk in obedience, even when the way is unclear. Amen.


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