Favor in Unexpected Places

Favor in Unexpected Places

March 19, 20261 min read

Reflection

Have you ever seen God make a way when it seemed like an opportunity had closed?

Today's Scripture

Proverbs 3:4
"You will find favor and good success in the sight of God and man."

Devotional

There are seasons when life doesn't unfold the way we thought it would. Plans change, opportunities shift, and sometimes doors that seemed open suddenly close. In those moments it's easy to assume something has gone wrong or that God must not be moving in our situation.

But God's favor doesn't depend on circumstances going exactly the way we expected. Favor means God is still working, even when we can't see the full picture yet. Sometimes the very situations that feel uncertain are the ones where God is quietly arranging things behind the scenes.

When you trust God's presence in your life, you don't have to panic when things shift. You can rest in the fact that He's still guiding your steps. The same God who opens doors also knows how to redirect your path when necessary. His favor doesn't disappear when things feel uncertain. His favor continues to lead you forward.

Application

The next time something unexpected happens, remind yourself that God is still working even when you can't see the whole picture.

Prayer

Father, help me trust You when life doesn't unfold the way I expected. Thank You for Your favor that still guides my life, even in uncertain moments.

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Favor in the Fire — Pastor Kelli

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