To journey with Christ means laying down selfish ambition and stepping into the unknown, fully trusting God. Is it painful? Yes – deeply so. It takes prayer through heartbreak, confusion, and doubt. Yet, it is also profoundly beautiful. Along the way, you begin to discover who you truly are: your strength, your resilience, and your capacity to endure.
You learn who to trust, where to go, and how to listen for God’s voice guiding you. It’s a transformative path—one that molds your character, deepens your faith, and reminds you that His plans are always greater than your own.
Some days are light and filled with joy, while others feel like you’re climbing a mountain. The beauty lies in choosing to continue. There will be moments when you question if the voice you’re hearing is from God or just your own thoughts. Doubts may creep in—about His love, His plans, or even your own sanity—especially when you compare your life to others on social media.
Trust me, it will be painful. I’ve been there, and I understand the struggle of waiting on Christ. It can be especially hard when you start comparing yourself to others—friends or people on social media—who seem to be moving forward, achieving things, and elevating, while you’re still patiently waiting on God.
Yes, it can be very painful. But I want you to always remember what Jesus said: “You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand” (John 13:7). That truth kept me going. And now, looking back, I can honestly say that God was working on something in me.
Even though I was blinded by pain and focused on what I wanted, He was molding me, changing me, and making me a better person.
Even in those moments, the journey with Christ calls you to trust, to persevere, and to find your identity and worth in Him alone.
Remember this: the voice of the Lord never contradicts His Word. That is why, as believers, we must be deeply familiar with Scripture. The Word of God is our shield, helping us silence the whispers of Satan that bring fear, confusion, and darkness.
The Bible reminds us in Proverbs 24:10 (NLT): “If you fail under pressure, your strength is too small.” Let that verse encourage you. Don’t give up. God’s strength is made perfect in your weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). Though the path may be steep and uncertain, the destination is worth every step. Trust that His grace will carry you—one moment at a time.
Consider Abraham. His obedience to God didn’t come out of nowhere. For Abraham to respond in faith, he must have developed a deep relationship with God—one built on trust, shaped by personal encounters, divine reassurance, and moments of surrender. His journey was full of ups and downs, but in every season, he discovered that God is faithful. And so will you.
We also see the power of obedience in the lives of the disciples. In Luke 5:5, Peter said, “Master, we’ve worked hard all night and haven’t caught anything. But because you say so, I will let down the nets.” That act of obedience led to a miraculous catch. Again, in John 21:4–6, after Jesus’ resurrection, He told the disciples to cast their net on the right side of the boat, and they caught so many fish they couldn’t haul it in. These moments remind us that faith and obedience, even when things seem hopeless, bring divine results.
When you feel weak, lean on God’s strength. As Philippians 4:13 declares: “I can do all this through Him who gives me strength.” And when doubt creeps in, remember His promise in Isaiah 41:10: “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.”
Yes, the journey is hard. But God is with you. As 2 Corinthians 4:17 (GNB) says: “This small and temporary trouble we suffer will bring us a tremendous and eternal glory, much greater than the trouble.” Every trial shapes you for His glory and prepares you for greater things.
Keep going. Trust in God’s strength and promises. Your victory in Him is certain, and His purpose will be fulfilled in your life.
Always remember what the psalmist wrote in Psalm 119:52: “I remembered Your judgments of old, O Lord, and have comforted myself.” Reflect on the dark and stormy times God has already brought you through. The same God who delivered you then will do it again.
