Today's Insights The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in Him. (Psalm 37:23) The word "Delight" (anag-Hebrew) means to find enjoyment, satisfaction, and happiness in God. Delighting in the Lord means valuing Him and His presence above all else, not just the gifts or blessings He provides. In the Bible, "delight" signifies a deep and joyful satisfaction, pleasure, or enjoyment, particularly in God, His Word, and His ways, leading to a fulfilling and purposeful life. When we prioritize God in our lives, He will guide our hearts towards desires that are aligned with His purposes and lead to true fulfillment (Psalms 37:4). I will delight myself in your statutes. I will delight myself in your commandments. My heart rejoices in your word (Psalm 119:16, 47, 70:). Delight, signifies a profound sense of joy, pleasure, and satisfaction derived from a relationship with God, His Word, and His creation, often implying a more permanent and fulfilling pleasure than fleeting happiness. When we delight in the Lord, we experience; *Peace and Contentment: we find satisfaction in Him rather than in worldly things. *Spiritual Growth: As we delight in Him, we become more like Him, reflecting His character and values. *Fulfillment of Desires: God will grant us the desires of our hearts, aligning them with His will. As we find true fulfillment in God, He will lead us on a firm path, conforming His desire in us. Make me to know your ways, O LORD; teach me your paths" (Psalm 25:4). God guides us and takes joy in the path of the righteous. The scripture highlights the relational aspect of God with His people, God is not a distant overseer, but an intimate participant who finds joy in the righteous living of His followers. Reflection: There is happiness and great delight in serving Him. Take Action: I will delight in His Word, and I will delight in His Presence. Pray: Lord, let my steps be guided by you.

Chapter 1: The Beginning of the Process Key Verse: “Being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” — Philippians 1:6 (NIV) 🔍 Opening Reflection: Every great journey starts with a single step, and yet many of us wrestle with uncertainty the moment we begin. The beginning of the process rarely looks like the promise—it often looks ordinary, messy, or even disappointing. But make no mistake: God is at work from day one. The beginning isn’t about perfection—it’s about alignment. God doesn’t require us to have it all figured out. He simply asks for surrender. 💬 Devotional Insight: When God starts a process in your life, it’s not random—it’s intentional. There is a divine blueprint behind every uncomfortable transition, every closed door, and every unexpected turn. The process is not punishment; it’s preparation. You may not see the full picture, but you’re not meant to. Faith trusts the hand of God even when the path is foggy. Remember, you’re not just being taken somewhere—you’re being made into someone. ✨ Prophetic Prompt: God is saying: “I started this in you, and I will finish it. Don’t despise the small beginnings. Every seed planted in faith will bring forth fruit in time. Trust Me in the forming, not just the fulfilling.” 📓 Journal Prompt: - What new beginning are you currently walking through? - In what area is God asking you to trust without full understanding? - Write a prayer surrendering your “need to know” and embracing His timing.

Genesis 21:9-21 For every woman who’s ever felt abandoned, invisible, or unsure of her next step… this is for you. “Then God opened her eyes and she saw a well of water.” – Genesis 21:19 Hagar wasn’t just a maidservant. She was a mother. A woman. A soul created in the image of God. Yet her story starts with being used, dismissed, and cast out. Genesis 21 is a chapter many of us know by heart, even if we’ve never read it. Because we’ve lived it. We’ve been her. We know what it’s like to be left to figure things out with a child on our hip and pain in our chest. We’ve cried out to God in empty rooms with bills due and no idea how to stretch the little we have. We’ve sat in silence after realizing the man who fathered our child has moved on—and we weren’t part of the plan. Like Hagar, we’ve wandered. Not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually—disoriented, desperate, trying to make it work. And like her, we’ve come to that wilderness moment: No money. No answers. No backup. Just tears and questions. But it was in that place—the place of breaking—that God opened her eyes. Not only did He show her a hidden well… He gave her a prophetic word about her son’s future. He told her: “I see you. I see him. I’ve got you both.” Hagar met God personally in that moment. Not through Abraham. Not through Sarah. But through a direct encounter. She met El-Roi — The God Who Sees Me. 🙏🏽 A Word for You Today You are not invisible. You are not forgotten. And the wilderness is not the end of your story—it’s the place where vision is restored and identity is birthed. You may not know what’s next, but God does. You may not have it all together, but God is holding it all. He sees you. He hears you. He will not leave you. 🔥 Journal Prompt: Have you had a "Hagar moment"? A time when God saw you in your lowest place and made a way? Write it down. Or better yet—share your story in the comments to encourage someone else who’s still in the wilderness. 🎧 Worship Moment: Let this truth wash over you.

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Psalm 68:11 reads, "The Lord gave the word: great was the company of those that published it." This verse is often interpreted as a declaration of God's word being spread by a large group of people, specifically women, these women are proclaiming the good news of victory. "Great was the company of those that published it": This highlights the large number of people, often specifically identified as women, who are actively sharing and spreading this message. The Hebrew for a Word is poetical, and used especially of a Divine utterance see these verses (Psalm 19:4; Psalm 77:8; Habakkuk 3:9). 🕯️ Reflection: How beautiful is the Word, proclaiming God's victory; Women were used in Israel to publish Good News! There was a reason and purpose why God used these women to spread and share His Word.

🌟 In the Middle of Miracles 🌟 “Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think…” – Ephesians 3:20 (NKJV) We often recognize miracles once they’re complete. But what if you’re already in the middle of one? Not every miracle looks like a Red Sea splitting or a blind man seeing instantly. Some miracles unfold slowly—through healing, restoration, provision, or divine alignment. The middle can feel messy. It’s where faith is tested, patience is refined, and doubt tries to creep in. But the middle is also where the miracle is happening. Just because it doesn’t look like the ending you imagined doesn’t mean God isn’t working. You are not in the waiting room of defeat. You are in the workroom of a miracle. Heaven is orchestrating something far greater than what you can see. What you’re walking through now may be the exact route to your breakthrough. Declaration: “I may not see the full picture, but I believe I’m in the middle of a miracle. God is moving even in the silence. I will trust the process and praise Him in the middle.” What area of your life feels uncertain right now? Ask the Lord to reveal how He is working behind the scenes. Write a prayer of trust and expectation. ~AFJ