A Token Of His Goodness
Psalm 86:17 NKJV
“Shew me a token for good; that they which hate me may see it, and be ashamed: because thou, Lord, hast holpen me, and comforted me.
I cannot tell you how many times in a day that I repeat this scripture to myself - quite a lot. I can’t imagine serving God and not seeing His supernatural hand or signs of His intervention in my life. One of my mentors, Apostle Joshua Selman, taught that knowing God is experiential and if you don’t have these encounters with Him, your christian journey can be frustrating. So I prayed and still keep praying for daily signs of His goodness. These experiences have truly enriched my life and created a deeper connection and assurance that my God is real.
If you asked me how I know that God is real - I’ll be happy to share countless stories of the naturally impossible things He made possible in my life. They were a clear sign of His goodness towards me. Listen, you don’t need to pretend strength or hide your need - ask for something real that proves God is at work on your behalf. That honest petition is an act of trust, not weakness, and it invites God to step into your struggle.
When others doubt you or stand against you, God’s vindication can change how people see your situation. I have seen God defend and avenge me and many people in ways I could never fathom was even possible. So here’s my charge to you, hold on to what you already know of God’s help and comfort. Past moments of mercy are not distant memories but the foundation for hope now. Even before a big breakthrough, God’s presence sustains you so keep praying, lean into the comfort you’ve received, and expect that the same God who helped you before will continue to show you a token of His goodness towards you.
Let this be so in your life and so it is in Jesus’ name. AMEN!
XOXO,
Lady Abena.
Let Go, Let God
Hebrews 13:20-21 NKJV says, "Now may the God of peace who brought up our Lord Jesus from the dead, that great Shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you [a]complete in every good work to do His will, working in [b]you what is well pleasing in His sight, through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen.”
Everything God does is good, whether you believe it or not and this scripture above is a powerful reflection on God's divine ability to equip and empower us to fulfill His purpose in our lives. If you read Jeremiah 29:11, He reminds us that His plans or purposes for us are good.
We are never alone in our journey of life, we have a loving and capable God working within us. When we face life’s challenges or seek direction, we should always remember that our God is the God of peace and He is working tirelessly to prepare us for what He has planned. His grace is indeed sufficient to provide us with everything we need to live purposefully and walk in His ways. His Spirit stirs within us and enables us to do good, to serve with love, and to carry out His divine will. With every step we take, He is working behind the scenes, shaping and equipping us for greater things.
Let this prayer be your declaration of trust always, that God is working in and through you to accomplish what is pleasing in His sight, now and forever. AMEN!
XOXO,
Lady Abena.
Holding Onto Hope
A few years ago I was listening to a prayer my mom was making and what she said stuck with me for good. She prayed that “when the promises are delayed, our hope begins to fade so Lord, come quick.” Almost every time that prayer rings in my spirit. Looking at the clock, 2025 is almost coming to an end if you are waiting for something good to happen, like a breakthrough, healing, reconciliation, or a blessing that has not yet come, you’re not alone.
It can be challenging to hold onto hope when the timing isn’t clear and answers feel far out in the distance. There's a scripture that rings true above ALL our doubts and fears - Luke 1:37
"For nothing will be impossible with God."
This is a powerful reminder that God's capabilities far exceed our understanding. What may seem impossible today is entirely within His power to bring to pass tomorrow. You should not lose heart - keep believing. Keep praying. Keep trusting that His plans are perfect, and nothing is too difficult for Him. Sometimes, our greatest miracles are born from seasons of waiting so hold on tight to hope and remember always that with God, ALL things are possible.
I pray for you this week that your breakthrough will not be delayed any longer. Let your faith be fueled by the unwavering truth that God's promises never fail. Let this be so in your life in Jesus’ name. AMEN!
XOXO,
Lady Abena.