Press the arrow to listen to Kris and Kristyn Gettys sing “In Christ Alone” while reading about God’s blessing.

Scripture
Let them shout for joy and rejoice, who favor my vindication;
And let them say continually, “The LORD be magnified,
Who delights in the prosperity of His servant.” Psalm 35:27

Observation
There can be days when the howling pack of critics can drown out any voice of hope. We cannot hear words of encouragement, nor can we hear self-confidence within. But there will come a day when the background noise around us will change. Doubt will be replaced with praise.

Our hope is this: God will give our friends a reason to sing again, because he will be good to us. What they will see is not us but the magnanimity of God. There may be days of hardship, but the Father delights in our well-being. Days of visible favour will come. What will be seen on those days of blessing is not ourselves but who God is.

Application
The Father is navigating my life into prosperity. There may be days of difficulty, but disappointment is always temporary. We have surrounding us a Father who delights in our good. He seasons us only to qualify us to inherit the good he has prepared for us.

Prayer
Father, I believe that you are good and that you desire my prosperity. You are a kind Father, and a wise one as well. You give me the gift of suffering with Christ as well as reigning with him. I embrace both and anticipate your prosperity. Amen.