IMPACT Recap

Why God Changes Your Plans (And Why It’s Good) | I Didn’t See That Coming

March 9, 2026 · 0:57:40

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Recap

Guest speaker Pastor Darrison Telles opened by welcoming the Impact family and reading from Mark 8:22-25, the story of Jesus healing a blind man in two stages. He introduced the message's theme: 'I didn't see that coming,' exploring how God often works in unexpected ways. Pastor Darrison contrasted the typical 'instant' miracles of Jesus with this unique 'process' healing, framing it as a 'divine deviation' where God changes our plans to fulfill His master plan. Using the analogy of parenting and a personal story about his children, he illustrated that God withholds details for our benefit so we will obey and learn to place our confidence in Him, not in our own plans. He then shifted the focus from physical blindness to spiritual 'blurry' vision, warning against settling for a 'halfway healing' or partial revelation when God desires to complete His work in us. Pastor Darrison was transparent about his own recent trials, including multiple miscarriages, financial strain, and challenges in church planting, testifying that these 'divine deviations' stripped his confidence in plans and taught him to rely solely on God. He concluded by declaring that God offers a 'second touch' for those feeling stuck in blurry situations, inviting people to receive prayer for healing and salvation, which many responded to. The service ended with an invitation for next steps and giving.

Main Points

  • God often works through 'divine deviation,' changing our plans in unexpected ways to fulfill His purpose and teach us to rely on Him as our confidence.
  • Spiritual 'blurry vision'—settling for a partial miracle or revelation—is more dangerous than blindness, and God calls us to seek His complete healing and clarity.
  • For every situation that feels incomplete or stuck, God offers a 'second touch' or renewed work, encouraging us to be honest about our need and persistent in faith.

Verses Mentioned

  • Mark 8:22-25 - "They came to Bethsaida, and some people brought a blind man and begged Jesus to touch him. He took the blind man by the hand and led him outside the village. When he had spit on the man’s eyes and put his hands on him, Jesus asked, 'Do you see anything?' He looked up and said, 'I see people; they look like trees walking around.' Once more Jesus put his hands on the man’s eyes. Then his eyes were opened, his sight was restored, and he saw everything clearly." (NIV)
  • Proverbs 16:9 - "In their hearts humans plan their course, but the LORD establishes their steps." (NIV)
  • Proverbs 3:26 - "for the LORD will be at your side and will keep your foot from being snared." (NIV)
  • Mark 8:17-18 - "Aware of their discussion, Jesus asked them: 'Why are you talking about having no bread? Do you still not see or understand? Are your hearts hardened? Do you have eyes but fail to see, and ears but fail to hear?'" (NIV)
  • Philippians 1:6 - "being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." (NIV)
  • John 8:36 - "So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed." (NIV)

Daily Action Plan

Monday

Scripture Reflection: Proverbs 16:9 (NIV) - In their hearts humans plan their course, but the LORD establishes their steps.

Focus Point: Surrendering your plans.

Action Plan: Identify one area where your plan has recently changed unexpectedly. Write a prayer surrendering that plan to God.

Deep Prayer: Lord, my plans have shifted. Help me trust that You are establishing my steps today. Amen.

Tuesday

Scripture Reflection: Proverbs 3:26 (NIV) - for the LORD will be at your side and will keep your foot from being snared.

Focus Point: God as your confidence.

Action Plan: List one thing (e.g., finances, a relationship, job security) you tend to rely on instead of God. Consciously choose to place your confidence in Him regarding it today.

Deep Prayer: God, be my confidence today. Keep my foot from being caught as I trust in You, not in [name the thing]. Amen.

Wednesday

Scripture Reflection: Mark 8:23-24 (NIV) - Jesus asked, 'Do you see anything?' He looked up and said, 'I see people; they look like trees walking around.'

Focus Point: Honest assessment.

Action Plan: Ask yourself the question Jesus asked: 'What do I see?' Honestly journal about an area where your spiritual vision feels 'blurry' or incomplete.

Deep Prayer: Jesus, I see [name the blurry area]. I bring my honest need to You. I don't want to settle for halfway. Amen.

Thursday

Scripture Reflection: Philippians 1:6 (NIV) - being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion.

Focus Point: God's completing work.

Action Plan: Reflect on a 'good work' God has started in you (e.g., healing, character growth, a calling). Write down one step of faith you can take to cooperate with His process.

Deep Prayer: Father, I am confident You will complete what You started in me. Help me take the next faithful step. Amen.

Friday

Scripture Reflection: Mark 8:25 (NIV) - Once more Jesus put his hands on the man’s eyes. Then his eyes were opened, his sight was restored, and he saw everything clearly.

Focus Point: Asking for a 'second touch.'

Action Plan: Identify one situation where you need God to 'touch again' for clarity, healing, or breakthrough. Ask Him specifically in prayer.

Deep Prayer: Lord, once more. Touch [name the situation] again. I believe You can bring complete clarity and restoration. Amen.

Saturday

Scripture Reflection: John 8:36 (NIV) - So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.

Focus Point: Freedom in Christ.

Action Plan: Consider what 'halfway healing' or partial freedom you might be tolerating. Declare out loud your belief in Christ's power to make you 'free indeed.'

Deep Prayer: Jesus, You did not die for me to live half-healed. I receive Your complete freedom and healing in my life. Thank You. Amen.

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