Embracing the Unexpected

A question mark on the page of a notebook

What if everything always went according to plan? At first, we might accomplish more of what we think we need to accomplish. And it may seem less stressful, at first, being able to anticipate what happens next. But after a certain amount of time (and that amount would vary person to person) the once-comfortable predictability would become less comfortable and... well, boring.

If we always know what happens next, we lose the joy of surprise, serendipitous experiences, and the excitement that comes from anticipating the unknown. Friends, let us gather with open, curious hearts, ready to explore the unpredictable, learn from its wisdom, and embrace its beauty.

This opening was written for a "Question Box" sermon, in which the sermon consists of the preacher answering questions submitted during the service.