An Extra Extra ChristmasSample

Joseph’s Act of Trust

Joseph had his own plans for his life, but God asked him to trust something much bigger than he could have imagined. When the angel told him about Mary’s miraculous pregnancy, Joseph could have walked away; instead, he chose to stay and follow God’s direction. This was a huge act of faith, as it meant facing the judgment of others and stepping into a challenging role as the earthly father of Jesus. Joseph’s quiet, steady trust shows us that faith isn’t always about grand gestures—it can also be found in the everyday choices to follow God, even when it’s hard. His story reminds us that trusting God’s plan often takes courage, especially when we don’t fully understand it. Like Joseph, when we choose to trust God, we allow Him to work through us in ways we may never expect. Sometimes, the bravest thing we can do is to take that step forward in faith, even when we don’t know what lies ahead.

Questions:

1. How can Joseph’s example help you trust God when life doesn’t go as planned?

2. What does obedience to God look like in your life right now?

3. Where is God asking you to be faithful?