Good day, good people! This is the day that the Lord has made; never forget that. Regardless of what you face in the morning, afternoon, or evening, this day is a gift to you and me, so let’s cherish it.
When Midnight Comes
This week, we reflect on what it means to be thankful even in trials.
How often do we find ourselves at midnight—in those dark, difficult moments of life—where the easiest response is to complain, worry, or try to find our own way out?
Imagine visiting someone who was wrongly accused and imprisoned and telling them, “You need to praise God for where you are.” Their first reaction would likely be, “Are you nuts?”
It sounds unreasonable—until we look at Paul and Silas. They were faithful servants of God, yet they found themselves beaten, chained, and thrown into prison. At midnight, when most would question God or lose hope, they chose to pray and sing hymns
Acts 16:25 (ESV): About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the prisoners were listening to them.
Faith Over Feelings
If Paul and Silas had focused on their problems, they would have found many reasons not to worship:
- “It’s midnight—everyone’s asleep. We’ll disturb them.”
- “What’s the point of singing? We’re already locked up.”
But they didn’t let their circumstances silence their worship. Instead, they said—not on our watch.
They knew their problems were real, but they also knew that God was greater than their problems.
When we understand who God is, our response changes. Trials may come—because they will—but we face them with praise, not panic.
Knowing God More Than the Problem
It’s not a matter of if trials come, but when. And when they do, we must remind ourselves of who God is.
David knew Goliath was a giant. Everyone could see that. But unlike the rest of the army, David also knew God more than he knew Goliath. He had confidence, not in his sling or his skill, but in the power of the God he served. And we all know how that story ended—victory.
So, let’s not let the size of our problems make us forget the greatness of our God. Spend more time with God than with your worries, and your midnight will turn into morning.
Takeaway
I love Mondays—they remind me of new beginnings.
A new week, a new chance to trust God again.
So, what are you grateful for today?
Even in your trials, find something to thank God for—because gratitude turns prisons into places of praise.
Prayer: Abba, Father, we thank you in Jesus’ name. Ameni!
Beautiful 😍