3/2/25 God’s Hand in History
Fr. Patrick Bush- Mar 2
- 2 min read
Takeaway: Recognizing how He weaves our stories together.
“Remember the former things of old; for I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like me, declaring the end from the beginning and from ancient times things not yet done, saying, ‘My counsel shall stand, and I will accomplish all my purpose.’” — Isaiah 46:9-10
Opening Prayer
Heavenly Father, I come before You with an open heart, ready to receive Your wisdom and grace. Quiet my mind from distractions and help me to focus on Your presence. Speak to me through Your Word, guide my thoughts, and draw me closer to You. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
Reflection
Imagine standing before a massive tapestry. Up close, all you see are individual threads—some dark, some golden, some tangled in knots. It’s chaotic, looks unfinished, and appears confusing. But once you step back, a breathtaking design emerges. This is how God weaves history—up close somewhat messy, but from a distance a masterpiece that only He fully sees.
From Abraham’s journey to an unknown land, to Moses standing before the Red Sea, to a young mother in Nazareth cradling the Savior of the world, God has been at work. And the same God who guided history’s greatest moments is at work in your life today.
We often struggle to see purpose in our present circumstances. Perhaps you feel like your life is one of those tangled knots in the tapestry—unraveling, messy, uncertain. But God declares in Isaiah 46 that He knows the end from the beginning. He is not surprised by your struggles, or your victories. He is weaving even the small, unseen moments of your life into His grand design.
When life feels uncertain, remember this: You are not a loose thread. You are not forgotten. The same God who guided Abraham, Joseph, Esther and Mary is holding your life in His hands. And one day, you will step back and see the beauty He was weaving all along.
Application
• What “threads” in your life have felt confusing or purposeless? How might God be using them for good?
• How does knowing that God declares “the end from the beginning” give you peace today?
• How can you trust God more fully with your story?
Closing Prayer
Lord, thank You for being the Author of history and the Weaver of my story. When I cannot see the full picture, help me to trust Your hands. Remind me that You are working all things for good, according to Your purpose. Let my life be a thread in the beautiful tapestry of Your kingdom. Amen.
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