Use 'lie ahead' to talk about future events, without specifying when they will happen.

Future Events

The phrase 'lie ahead' is neutral and can refer to positive, negative, or neutral future events.

Neutral Tone

Avoid using 'lie ahead' for definite, scheduled events. It's for uncertain or general future occurrences.

'Lay in store' often implies that what will happen is unknown or surprising to the person it concerns.

Use 'lay in store' to emphasize that the outcome or future event is currently hidden or unforeseen.

'Lying in store' can mean an item is being kept and is ready for someone to collect or receive it.

Something 'lying in store' is often prepared or set aside for someone ahead of time.