Life often feels like a series of tests, some more challenging than others. But as believers, we understand that these tests are not random. They are orchestrated by God to refine us, shape us, and bring us closer to Him. Just as gold is purified through fire, we are also purified through the tests and storms we face. Let today’s message be one of encouragement. The Lord uses these tests to prepare us for the blessings He has in store. If we remain steadfast, we can pass these tests and walk into the fullness of His favor! There’s POWER in the test!
You Can Pass the Test!
One of the greatest ways God tests us is by examining the fruit of our devotion, dedication, willingness, and faithfulness to Him. When we remain faithful to God, even in seasons of intense testing, we are showing Him our trust in His plan and His timing. Our faithfulness is never in vain. It’s seen by God and rewarded in ways that exceed what we could ever expect!
It is when we prove most faithful that the Father adds to our lives. The more we trust Him during the tests, the more He entrusts to us. This isn’t just about material blessings, it’s about our spiritual growth and a deeper relationship with Him. In the spirit realm, there are check marks we earn based on our dedication and willingness to follow Him, even when it’s difficult. We may not always be aware of these tests, but they are constant, shaping us into who the Lord desires for us to be.
The Hidden Tests of Life
The most challenging aspect of God’s testing is that we often don’t realize we’re being tested. Unlike in school, where tests are announced and prepared for, tests in the spirit can be unexpected. We are tested by God in how we treat others, how we manage the blessings He’s given, and how we respond to life’s challenges. God is watching how we handle our relationships, our responsibilities, and the resources He has given to us. These tests are not meant to trick us but to reveal the true state of our hearts. Are we treating others with kindness and respect, even when it’s inconvenient? Are we stewarding our blessings with care, recognizing that they come from God? The answers to these questions determine how we move forward in our walk with Him—going glory to glory. When we pass these hidden tests, God releases new keys, unlocking doors to greater opportunities and blessings.
The Lord Sees It All
In the midst of the tests, you must remember that God sees everything. He sees when you are dedicated, when you are devoted, and when you are willing to serve. He sees your perseverance when the enemy makes constant attempts to knock you down, and He sees your determination to keep going, even when you are weary. The Lord doesn’t turn his eye to the moments when you make the brave act of getting back up again. He sees your efforts to pass the tests that almost strip your faith. Every act of your faithfulness to Him is noticed by God and is met with His favor.
Your faithfulness is not in vain!
Even when it feels like the world has turned its back on you, know that God has not forgotten you. He sees the tears you’ve cried in secret, the prayers whispered in the dark, and the sacrifices you’ve made when no one else was watching. God is near to the brokenhearted, and He is working behind the scenes, orchestrating your breakthrough. He understands the depth of your pain and the weight of your burden, and He is closer than you realize. Trust that every moment of faithfulness is a seed planted in the soil of your future; in due season, it will produce a harvest of blessings. Take heart—God’s timing is perfect, and He will not leave you in the valley forever; He is preparing you for a mountaintop experience.
There is a Reward
God rewards your faithfulness in the testing in ways that you both can and cannot see. He restores us, bringing us from the back to the front, and time and time again. People may wonder how you manage to rise after every fall, but the answer lies in your unwavering commitment to the Father, no matter what comes your way.
The trials you may face are not just random struggles. They are divine opportunities for your growth and God’s blessing. He uses these tests to refine you and to prepare you for the greater things He has planned. When you pass these tests, you unlock new levels of favor, and God blesses us in ways you could never have imagined. So, stay faithful, stay devoted, and remember that God sees all—even when it’s hard, even when you’re weary.
You’ll pass the test!
Your faithfulness will be rewarded!
and the keys to your next blessing are just around the corner!
And it is so. Amen.
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Lenika Scott