--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: If I have a script, I tend to stick to it…" description: "\"If I have a script, I tend to stick to it even if God may be leading me elsewhere in the moment.\" — Francis Chan" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/cda/francis-chan-548_elsewhere_if-i-have-a-script-i-tend-to-stick-to-it_2717248.png" --- # If I have a script, I tend to stick to it even if God may… ![“If I have a script, I tend to stick to it even if God may be leading me elsewhere in the moment.” quote by Francis Chan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/cda/francis-chan-548_elsewhere_if-i-have-a-script-i-tend-to-stick-to-it_2717248.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/cda/francis-chan-548_elsewhere_if-i-have-a-script-i-tend-to-stick-to-it_2717248.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/cda/francis-chan-548_elsewhere_if-i-have-a-script-i-tend-to-stick-to-it_2717248.png) > “If I have a script, I tend to stick to it even if God may be leading me elsewhere in the moment.” [Francis Chan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/francis-chan/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Following a script may limit openness to divine direction in the moment. **In simple terms:** Stick to script may hinder guidance. Key Takeaway Balance planning with flexibility. Themes faith guidance scripture Mood reflective spiritual Type religious practical When to use this quote - preaching - personal prayer - leadership training Key Concepts theology spiritual practice Questions to Reflect On - When should one deviate? - How to discern divine leading? 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