Grateful, Despite All Odds
“Although the fig tree shall not blossom, neither shall fruit be in the vines… yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will joy in the God of my salvation.”(Habakkuk 3:17–18)
Beloved, we thank God for preserving us through the first three months( first quarter) of the year. Despite the unrest, uncertainties, and calamities across the world, His mercy has kept us. By His grace, we have made it into the fourth month (first of the second quarter), April. Welcome to this new month of April.
As we step into this fresh season, one truth remains powerful: gratitude is not only for when life is easy; gratitude is also a choice when life is hard.
There are moments when life does not go as planned. Prayers seem delayed. Strength feels low. Doors appear closed. Answers are not clear. Marriage chaotic. Health failing. Delinquent child, though raised God's way. Divorce finalized, despite efforts to salvage the union. Yet, in the middle of it all, God is still worthy of praise. Beloved, irrespective of your own genuine, unpleasant experience, accident or occurrence, God still remains sovereign.
That is the spirit behind Habakkuk 3:17–18:
Even if things are not working the way I expected, I will still praise Him.
Even if the harvest seems delayed, I will still rejoice in the Lord.
Even if the odds are against me, I will still trust the God of my salvation.
This is not denial. This is faith.
This is not pretending all is well. This is declaring that God is still good, still faithful, and still in control.
This new month, choose gratitude.
Not because everything is perfect, but because God remains constant.
Not because there are no battles, but because His presence is with you.
Not because you understand everything, but because you know the One who holds everything.
Let this month begin with praise on your lips and hope in your heart.
Be grateful for life.
Be grateful for grace.
Be grateful for strength to keep going.
Be grateful that your story is not over.
Prayer:
Lord, thank You for bringing us into a new month. Thank You for keeping us through the past three months of the year. Even through challenges, uncertainties, and delays, we choose to remain grateful. Like Habakkuk declared in the anchor scripture above, help us to rejoice in You despite all odds. Let our hearts remain full of hope, and let this month bring fresh strength, new mercies, and undeniable testimonies. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
I solemnly declare this month:
"Even if the fig tree does not blossom, even if the odds seem against me, I'll still praise Him".
The anchor scripture reminds us that gratitude and praise are powerful expressions of faith.
Wishing you God's peace.
“Although the fig tree shall not blossom, neither shall fruit be in the vines… yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will joy in the God of my salvation.”(Habakkuk 3:17–18)
Beloved, we thank God for preserving us through the first three months( first quarter) of the year. Despite the unrest, uncertainties, and calamities across the world, His mercy has kept us. By His grace, we have made it into the fourth month (first of the second quarter), April. Welcome to this new month of April.
As we step into this fresh season, one truth remains powerful: gratitude is not only for when life is easy; gratitude is also a choice when life is hard.
There are moments when life does not go as planned. Prayers seem delayed. Strength feels low. Doors appear closed. Answers are not clear. Marriage chaotic. Health failing. Delinquent child, though raised God's way. Divorce finalized, despite efforts to salvage the union. Yet, in the middle of it all, God is still worthy of praise. Beloved, irrespective of your own genuine, unpleasant experience, accident or occurrence, God still remains sovereign.
That is the spirit behind Habakkuk 3:17–18:
Even if things are not working the way I expected, I will still praise Him.
Even if the harvest seems delayed, I will still rejoice in the Lord.
Even if the odds are against me, I will still trust the God of my salvation.
This is not denial. This is faith.
This is not pretending all is well. This is declaring that God is still good, still faithful, and still in control.
This new month, choose gratitude.
Not because everything is perfect, but because God remains constant.
Not because there are no battles, but because His presence is with you.
Not because you understand everything, but because you know the One who holds everything.
Let this month begin with praise on your lips and hope in your heart.
Be grateful for life.
Be grateful for grace.
Be grateful for strength to keep going.
Be grateful that your story is not over.
Prayer:
Lord, thank You for bringing us into a new month. Thank You for keeping us through the past three months of the year. Even through challenges, uncertainties, and delays, we choose to remain grateful. Like Habakkuk declared in the anchor scripture above, help us to rejoice in You despite all odds. Let our hearts remain full of hope, and let this month bring fresh strength, new mercies, and undeniable testimonies. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
I solemnly declare this month:
"Even if the fig tree does not blossom, even if the odds seem against me, I'll still praise Him".
The anchor scripture reminds us that gratitude and praise are powerful expressions of faith.
Wishing you God's peace.
Grateful, Despite All Odds
“Although the fig tree shall not blossom, neither shall fruit be in the vines… yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will joy in the God of my salvation.”(Habakkuk 3:17–18)
Beloved, we thank God for preserving us through the first three months( first quarter) of the year. Despite the unrest, uncertainties, and calamities across the world, His mercy has kept us. By His grace, we have made it into the fourth month (first of the second quarter), April. Welcome to this new month of April.
As we step into this fresh season, one truth remains powerful: gratitude is not only for when life is easy; gratitude is also a choice when life is hard.
There are moments when life does not go as planned. Prayers seem delayed. Strength feels low. Doors appear closed. Answers are not clear. Marriage chaotic. Health failing. Delinquent child, though raised God's way. Divorce finalized, despite efforts to salvage the union. Yet, in the middle of it all, God is still worthy of praise. Beloved, irrespective of your own genuine, unpleasant experience, accident or occurrence, God still remains sovereign.
That is the spirit behind Habakkuk 3:17–18:
Even if things are not working the way I expected, I will still praise Him.
Even if the harvest seems delayed, I will still rejoice in the Lord.
Even if the odds are against me, I will still trust the God of my salvation.
This is not denial. This is faith.
This is not pretending all is well. This is declaring that God is still good, still faithful, and still in control.
This new month, choose gratitude.
Not because everything is perfect, but because God remains constant.
Not because there are no battles, but because His presence is with you.
Not because you understand everything, but because you know the One who holds everything.
Let this month begin with praise on your lips and hope in your heart.
Be grateful for life.
Be grateful for grace.
Be grateful for strength to keep going.
Be grateful that your story is not over.
Prayer:
Lord, thank You for bringing us into a new month. Thank You for keeping us through the past three months of the year. Even through challenges, uncertainties, and delays, we choose to remain grateful. Like Habakkuk declared in the anchor scripture above, help us to rejoice in You despite all odds. Let our hearts remain full of hope, and let this month bring fresh strength, new mercies, and undeniable testimonies. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
I solemnly declare this month:
"Even if the fig tree does not blossom, even if the odds seem against me, I'll still praise Him".
The anchor scripture reminds us that gratitude and praise are powerful expressions of faith.
Wishing you God's peace.
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