A Bettyism is a simple statement that sums up a wealth of wisdom into a few words. Bettye constantly speaks in such a way, and her comments are so relevant to a number of different situations that I felt it beneficial to include a Bettyism for each meditation found in the Way of the Cross book and the Detours book. I find myself quoting Bettyisms throughout the day. One of my favorites is “We have an agenda, but God has a plan.” Another favorite: “I don’t need to see the way when I stay close to the One who does.” These simple words help me to remember that God is in control, and if I have surrendered my plans, my actions, my endeavors to Him, He will manage and organize the details better than anything I could ever orchestrate on my own. In fact, it’s quite a joy to step back and look at His plan as it unfolds…