Two Choices That Help in the Wait When God Closes a Door

Two Choices That Help in the Wait When God Closes a Door

Do you ever pray for God to close a door He doesn’t want you to go through? Then He shuts that opening, and you find yourself in utter shock and despair. It leaves you at a crossroads, usually in the middle of a waiting period. Quite possibly, you feel helpless and out of options. However,…

How to Stop the Agonizing Wait from Becoming the Hardest Thing in Life

How to Stop the Agonizing Wait from Becoming the Hardest Thing in Life

What is the hardest task you have ever had to do in life? Our answers may differ, but I bet the agonizing wait is near the top of your list. After all, do you like waiting for results, God to answer a request, or standing in line? Most of us despise the delay, and we…

When the Unexpected Threatens to Destroy Your Dreams | Link-Up

When the Unexpected Threatens to Destroy Your Dreams | Link-Up

When the unexpected threatens to destroy your dreams, what do you do? Do you sulk, get angry, wallow in sadness, give up, or continue to try and make it happen even when reality says no. Find out today a new approach to take when your aspirations don’t turn out as planned.

The Most Popular Post in November 2020 | Grace & Truth Link-Up

The Most Popular Post in November 2020 | Grace & Truth Link-Up

Today we are featuring our most popular post in November 2020 | Grace & Truth Link-Up. At the beginning of each month, here at Embracing the Unexpected, we look back at the previous month to see which titles were catching our reader’s eyes. We measure this by the number of times an article was clicked….

Why Embrace Gratitude in the Midst of the Unexpected?

Why Embrace Gratitude in the Midst of the Unexpected?

Are you finding it hard to embrace thankfulness in this season of your life? Is your life riddled with pain, loss, and challenges – making it difficult to see anything worthy of praise? Maybe it has left you pondering: why embrace gratitude in the midst of the unexpected? I have been there too. Discover ten…

A Grateful Heart in the Midst of the Unexpected

A Grateful Heart in the Midst of the Unexpected

Do you struggle to maintain a grateful heart in the midst of the unexpected? If so, you are not alone. Gratitude is hard for most people during ordinary times. And we know life sometimes is far from usual. However, living without appreciation will only make our circumstances harder to endure.  

Do You Underestimate the Importance of the Struggle? | Link-Up

Do You Underestimate the Importance of the Struggle? | Link-Up

When you see another person struggling, is your tendency to jump in and try to alleviate the hardship? After all, it seems kind, loving, and what a good Christian should do. However, could we be doing more harm than help by underestimating the importance of the struggle?