Expectations can be dangerous

Expectations can be dangerous Expectations can become a real enemy to trust. How many times have we seen someone disappointed because they did not get what they expected at Christmas? God’s thoughts and ways are far different than ours. Do we think Joseph & Mary expected the coming of the Messiah this way? If we do what they did, just focus on being who we should be, we can leave all the details to God. Joseph may not know where He was going, but He knew Who was working the details out. Imagine, God using a Caesar to fulfill where Messiah would be born! When we concentrate on our inner life, even in the midst of difficult times we can rest in out Hope, not our expectations. 2 Tim. 4:6-8 I am already being poured out like a drink offering, the time has come for my departure. I have fought the good fight, finished the race, kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day--but also to all who have longed for his appearing.