Holy Interruptions

Question—how do you feel about being interrupted?

I mean, really....

We love good plans. We’ve got our coffee, our calendar, our to-do list. And then—bam—someone calls, something breaks, or God just flat-out changes the direction. And here’s the twist: sometimes those interruptions are holy.

Sometimes the very thing that throws us off course is the thing God’s using to steer us right where we’re meant to be.

So today, we’re leaning into those Holy Interruptions—the moments that mess with our schedule but minister to our soul.

We’re diving into those moments when our carefully planned day takes a turn—and how God might be in the very thing we didn't see coming.

Ever had your day derailed by a flat tire, a traffic jam, or a toddler tantrum?

Sometimes the interruption is a spilled coffee… and sometimes it’s your entire week. You know what I’m talking about—where one thing changes and we can recover, and other times it feels like nothing has gone right all week.

These moments aren’t just annoying—they might be divine pauses with purpose.

Main Scripture: Proverbs 16:9 (NLT) — “We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps.”

So, we need to look at everything with the question: What is it that God might be doing in the midst of all this?

As we think about Holy Interruptions, think about Moses and the burning bush, Mary’s angelic visit, or Paul on the road to Damascus—none of those were scheduled.

They had different plans—not only in those moments but also in life. But here came God with a different plan… a Holy Plan.

God loves to show up where we least expect Him—flipping our plans into His purpose.

We need to learn to walk with open eyes and hearts for what God has for us every day.

How would your day change if you saw interruptions as invitations from God?

Try saying this today: “Okay, God—I didn’t plan for this, but I’ll trust You in it.”

When I was in college, I thought I felt a call to go on a mission trip. I never even signed up for the trip because I got anxious about it. For years I thought I had missed something that God had for me.

But as I’m doing this show, I’m now wondering if my not following through wasn’t failure—but God moving me in a different direction. Honestly, I think I was trying to run from something personal at the time and He saw the work that was needed to be done.

Now, I’m not using this as a justification for my unwillingness—because I was willing. I just didn’t follow through.

But looking back, I can see that may not have been the plan God had for me after all.

I learned a lot that year, and if I had gone, I’m sure growth would have happened—just not the same way. You see, God’s interruptions often lead us right into His intention.

My intentions weren’t wrong—but they weren’t right for me at the time.

Let’s talk about those moments when God stops us—not to slow us down, but to use us. Sometimes the interruption is the assignment.

Jesus was always being interrupted.

From healing the woman with the issue of blood to feeding the hungry crowd—Jesus’ ministry thrived in interruptions.

Scripture tells us again and again that Jesus had compassion—so when interruptions came, He didn’t roll His eyes or say, “Not now.” He stopped. He looked. He loved.

When someone stops you, don’t rush past it.

A friend texts. A stranger asks for help. A coworker lingers in conversation. Let’s be open to take the moment, see what’s going on, and ask how we might help.

We’re often so task-driven that we miss the people standing right in front of us. Don’t be too busy—be intentional.

That pause could be the moment someone remembers forever.

Main Scripture: Proverbs 16:9 (NLT) — “We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps.”

We can all learn to make space in our day, keep our eyes open, and be flexible to what God has for us.

It’s like being a parent… our kids come to us wanting us to look, or watch, or see something. They want our attention. And we can either stop and pay attention or say, “I’m too busy right now.”

God never tells us He’s too busy. He stops and takes His time with us. He wants us to be that way as well.

God’s looking for people who are available.

It only takes a moment to help, pray, give a word of encouragement, or just listen.

Let’s see others and things through the lens of God—and how we might be able to share His love and kindness with them every day.

Plans are good—but holding them too tightly can blind us to God's movement.

Let’s plan with pencils and give God the eraser.

Main Scripture: Proverbs 16:9 (NLT) — “We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps.”

Let’s talk about what it looks like to live a life that welcomes Holy Interruptions—not just tolerates them. A life that’s ready to pivot, pause, and say, “Here I am, Lord.”

Sometimes interruptions are invitations to rest, reflect, or reset.

We can be so focused on our to-do’s or our plans that when we’re interrupted, we get flustered. And we automatically think our day or our plans have been derailed. But what if it’s actually just God giving us time to breathe?

I think the best way we can be open to anything God has for us is to ask Him each morning: “How do You want to use me today?”

This keeps us aware and open to God’s movement in our lives.

Being interruptible is a spiritual discipline. It’s how we stay in step with Him.

What is God interrupting in you right now?

Maybe it’s a mindset. Maybe it’s your direction. Maybe He’s trying to get your attention.

Oftentimes, I start to feel like something’s missing—or I sense a stillness in my spirit. When that happens, I’ve learned to start paying more attention to God in those moments—because He has something for me.

Don’t fight the interruption—follow it. It might just be the start of something holy.

Keep in mind that some of life’s best moments start with a detour.

Whether it’s a conversation you didn’t expect, a door that closes, or a traffic jam that gives you time to think—God is present in it all.

He’s not afraid to interrupt our plans for something better.

Hold today loosely. Be open. Be kind. Be available.

You never know when the ordinary moment will turn into a holy one.