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March 2026  by

Trusting God’s Plan When Life Folds In Unexpected Ways

“And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.”
Romans 8:28

God has a great sense of humor, don’t you agree?

As the team lead for Sheologie’s DIY team (shout-out to the dream team gals!), I must admit that although I am creative in my own ways, I am far from “crafty.” Yet somehow, I have served in this role for many years.

Thankfully, I have been blessed with an incredible team of ladies. They have helped me step outside of my Type A personality and enjoy the unique beauty of each DIY project we create together.

Sometimes the roles God calls us into don’t always feel comfortable, but they’re often the places where He teaches us the most.

An Origami Attempt

This past Tuesday, we kicked off an incredible night of Bible study with a DIY project that many of you are probably much better at than I am: origami.

I thought folding paper would be calming and therapeutic. But instead, I found myself staring at the instructions wondering how in the world something so simple, like folding paper into a heart, could be so confusing.

Instead of feeling peaceful, I became quite frustrated as a friend and I tried over and over again to get it right.

When Life Folds in Ways We Don’t Expect

As I prepared to write this blog, God reminded me that life can be a lot like origami.

Sometimes life forces us to fold in ways we are not used to or comfortable with. During those seasons, we often cannot see what shape is forming. The folds may feel confusing, unexpected, or even frustrating.

But eventually, we begin to see that the Lord had something better and more beautiful in mind all along.

Scripture reminds us that all things work together for good for those who love God. That does not always mean we will get what we want, but we can trust that God will give us exactly what we need.

Every moment of our lives is lovingly folded into His perfect plan.

Living with a Heart That Folds Toward God’s Plan

Let’s choose to live each day with hearts that fold easily toward the plans God has for us.

Even when we cannot yet see the finished design, we can trust the hands of the One who is shaping our lives.

The Lord is the Master Creator of all things beautiful. After all, He created you!

Until next time, shine bright, sisters-
Not for praise, but for the One who saves.
Bailey

If you would like to give this origami heart a try, click here for the instructions.
Then upload your finished project in the comments below; I would love to see what you create!

About the Author

Hi, I'm Bailey- married to my high school sweetheart, mama to two sweet kiddos, and loving Jesus with my whole heart. My faith is anchored in Him, trusting that wherever life carries me, His hand is always there to guide and hold me (Psalm 139:9-10). As if we were sharing coffee and conversation, I hope that through my writing about everyday moments, you are reminded that God goes before you and is always with you, no matter the season.

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Madison Newcomb

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Madison was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was a hopeless sinner saved by His sweet grace. Her passion is to see other women's lives transformed by the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Sheologie changed her life, and now her prayer is that every woman, no matter their age, finds purpose, belonging, friendship, and their own God-given identity here. Her heart is to minister and love on every woman she crosses paths with. Madison loves walking through gardens and spending time with her soon-to-be husband, Landan. She enjoys trying new coffee shops, and brunching with her friends and family. Madison's office door is always open for a quick "hello", a SoPo coffee run, for prayer, and anything in between.

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Hi, I'm Lenya Heitzig, founder of Sheologie where we encourage women to step boldly into their God-given calling. Whether that’s at home, in the workplace, the church, or wherever God leads, we believe your influence matters.

There is an undeniable art to being female. And I want to personally invite you into something very close to my heart: Sheologie. At its core, Sheologie is a movement of women choosing to live fully alive in Christ. It's a space where your soul can breathe again. A space where we encounter the living God in ways that ignite a holy passion to transform our everything.

Sheologie was born from a desire to create a place where women from all walks of life can encounter truth, beauty, and purpose. Whether you’re searching or struggling, healing, or celebrating, we want you to know that you belong here. We believe that God has written something sacred over your life. And we’re here to help you uncover it.

So, what does Sheologie offer? We host Bible studies that dig deep into God's Word paired with breakthrough groups, so you never have to walk alone. Our seasonal events are designed to refresh your spirit.

We show up with purpose on social media to be a light in the scroll, offering truth and beauty in a place that often feels dark. And we'll send you a weekly devo to help you pause, refocus, and lean into God's presence.

There's always space here for worship, laughter, healing, and restoration. No judgment, no performance. Only Jesus.

We've seen lives changed. Marriages restored. Healing begin. Friendships formed. Purpose awakened. That's the power of community. That's the power of God's Word. And that's the heartbeat of Sheologie.

So, if you're wondering if there's a place for you, there is. If your heart's been whispering "there has to be more", you're right. If you’re ready to become all God created you to be, this is your moment. Come with your questions. Come with your faith, or your doubt. Come with your whole, beautiful story. There’s a seat for you. There’s a sisterhood waiting. There's a God already calling you closer. And here at Sheologie, we can't wait to walk with you.

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