Your Destiny is Within Reach

 

Ephesians 1:11-12 (MSG):
“It’s in Christ that we find out who we are and what we are living for. Long before we first heard of Christ and got our hopes up, he had his eye on us, had designs on us for glorious living, part of the overall purpose he is working out in everything and everyone.”

Sometimes it’s the heartbreaks and messy relationship moments that end up pushing us closer to God’s purpose for our lives. We find ourselves chasing people and places that were never part of His plan. That deep-down craving for love, for someone to see us, to choose us—it’s really just a symptom of something greater. What’s missing is the presence of God filling those lonely spaces. And when the Holy Spirit’s voice gets drowned out, it leaves a void that’ll have you running down roads you were never supposed to travel. But here’s the truth: what your heart is really searching for is your destiny—your purpose found in the love of Christ.

Psalm 34:8 (NLT) tells us, “Taste and see that the Lord is good. Oh, the joys of those who take refuge in him!” Our Heavenly Father is a Promise-Maker and a Promise-Keeper. He always honors His Word, and He’s faithful to His promises. He’s given us the great joy and privilege to experience His faithfulness and love for ourselves.

And here’s what we need to know: you’ll never truly know the goodness of God by watching someone else’s life. You’ve got to taste it for yourself. You’ve got to step out of your comfort zone, trust Him with your wounds, and let Him fill the empty places you’ve been trying to fill on your own.

Life will try to convince you that your worth is tied to who loves you, who stays, or who walks away. But God’s love is steady. His plans for your life aren’t shaken by rejection or heartbreak. In fact, sometimes it’s in those very moments of loss and disappointment that we’re positioned to finally receive what God has been trying to give us all along—peace, purpose, and a future that’s bigger than the pain we’ve endured.

Philippians 3:13-14 (NLT) reminds us of this pursuit: “No, dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it, but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us.” There is something ahead of you that’s worth letting go of the past for. God’s calling you forward—toward destiny, toward healing, toward freedom. But you won’t find it by clinging to what He’s asking you to release. Trusting Him means loosening your grip on what’s familiar and stepping into what’s promised.

Your destiny is within reach. Not because you’ve figured it all out, but because God already has. The question is—will you trust Him enough to take the next step?

Today, take a moment to be honest with yourself. What are you still holding on to that God is asking you to release? Is it a relationship, a painful memory, or a false sense of control?

Ask the Holy Spirit to help you let go. Surrender the weight you’ve been carrying and reach for the life God has designed for you. Open your heart to His voice, spend time in His Word, and trust that what He has ahead of you is far greater than what’s behind you.

Your destiny is not out of reach. It’s waiting on the other side of your “yes” to God. ■

Scripture quotations marked (NLT) are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Wheaton, Illinois 60189. All rights reserved.

“Your Destiny is Within Reach", written by Kim for https://rescuefromdomesticviolence.blogspot.com© 2025. All rights reserved. All praise and honor to God through Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.

The Kind of Healing only God Can Provide

 

Psalm 62: 6-7(NLT), “He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress where I will not be shaken.  7; My victory and honor come from God alone.  He is my refuge, a rock where no enemy can reach me.”

Life is riddled with troubles of every kind. From relationships with our spouse, significant other, family or friends - none of us can escape it. What becomes a rocky situation is when trouble comes in the form of a person that you’ve become emotionally attached to. Someone that started out as a potential life partner that would have your back through thick and thin. Not only did the person not have your back, but they also became the person you trust the least and despise the most.

Tough times are not meant to dismantle your faith in God; it’s meant to make you stronger than you were before the toughness begin. What ends up happening often is the hurt you experience takes much longer to overcome than you thought. The Psalmist shares the remedy for anyone who is in the midst of falling prey to the tricks of the adversary. We’re reminded that we are not alone – God is our rock, our fortress, our refuge. Nothing can penetrate what God establishes.

There’s no sugar-coating, the truth that life is not easy.  Without the help and guidance of our Heavenly Father, it’s no way we could have victory over the enemy or live a peaceful life. Psalm 60:5 (NLT), “Now rescue your beloved people. Answer and save us by your power.” King David was in a rough situation with his enemies, yet he remembered God’s covenant with the Israelites and prayed for God to rescue them – and of course God did. It’s no different from us today. God loves us too much to allow us to perish at the hands of our adversaries.

God is all the help and resource we need.  You can weather any storm - overcome any and all adversity when you take refuge in God’s love.  You may ask, “How do I do that”.  Trust Him! It’s the only way to please Him and He requires it from us. Jesus Christ told us whenever we’re faced with tribulation - “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” We’ve got to learn how to let go of what no longer serves us – and that’s the guilt trip we land in while going through hardship.

We can't remain stifled by our circumstances, God tells us we don’t ever have to be unhappy, sad or depressed if we would only come to him with all of our stuff. Jesus Christ said anytime we have fears, worries or tumultuous situations, to leave it with him. Many Christians have a difficult time surrendering and letting go.  Pain won’t go away until you confront what’s at the core of it, you can't be afraid to do the grunt work on the inside of in order to live the victorious life that our Lord and Savior died on the cross for us to live.   

“You can be a powerful woman if you decide to let go of the pain and let the love of God in”.  Faith comes by hearing.  Hearing the right words and acting on it will unleash the power that is locked within you. Your journey to healing and trusting in God’s promises will set your feet on the kind of rest and victory, that only God can provide.

Scripture quotations marked (NLT) are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Wheaton, Illinois 60189. All rights reserved.

“The Kind of Healing Only God Can Provide”, written by Kim for https://rescuefromdomesticviolence.blogspot.com© 2025. All rights reserved. All praise and honor to God through Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.

God Will Show You What He Can Do!

 

It’s natural for us to place our highest hopes in something—or someone—we believe will make life better. Whether it's a relationship, a new job, better health, or financial breakthrough, we pour our energy and expectations into things we believe will fulfill us. And the truth is, we were created to desire good things. Jesus makes it clear in John 10:10 (NKJV), “The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.”

That’s the heart of our Redeemer. He didn’t just come to save us—He came to bless us with a life that’s rich, full, and overflowing. We crave that kind of life—a deep relationship with God, peace in our homes, good health, purpose-filled work, and enough overflow to bless others. And because we believe those blessings are within reach, we start making plans to grab hold of them.

But here’s the tension: disappointment sets in when we reach for the blessing and realize we lack the spiritual strength or maturity to truly take hold of it.

Disappointment is a heavy emotion. It’s not just a passing feeling—it can plant roots if we’re not careful. If we don’t know how to handle it, disappointment can start to feel like rejection. Instead of taking it to God and asking Him to teach and strengthen us, many of us internalize our disappointment as a ‘no’—when in reality, it’s a lesson in surrender. It’s God’s gentle way of saying, “Let Me lead.”

When our faith isn’t quite where it needs to be, the answer isn’t to fall back into frustration, fear, or settling. The answer is found in Matthew 6:33 (NLT): “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.” So if you’re wondering whether something needs to shift in your life for your plans to be fulfilled—the answer is yes.
If you’re wondering whether surrendering to the Holy Spirit’s guidance is necessary—the answer is absolutely. If you're asking whether your plans need to align with God's purpose—the answer is without question.

Living out your God-given destiny requires agreement with His direction. Amos 3:3 asks, “Can two people walk together without agreeing on the direction?” The answer is no—they can’t. And the same goes for us and God. He wants unity. He wants alignment and oneness with His purpose. This is the faith and believing that allows you to rest in His peace while He shows you  what He can do—what He’s willing to do out of His great love for  you.

In Colossians 2:7 (NLT), we’re told, “Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness.” That’s the goal: to be rooted in Christ so deeply that the noise of disappointment doesn’t knock us down, and the enemy’s distractions don’t pull us off course.

When this becomes our priority—when we stop chasing blessings and start chasing Him—God will blow our minds. He’ll exceed every plan, surpass every hope, and outdo every dream. So give yourself this gift: put your plans in His hands. Let Him lead. Let Him shape. Let Him stretch your faith. And watch what He will do. ■

Scripture quotations marked (NLT) are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Wheaton, Illinois 60189. All rights reserved.

“God Will Show You What He Can Do!”, written by Kim for https://rescuefromdomesticviolence.blogspot.com© 2025. All rights reserved. All praise and honor to God through Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.

The Enemy Thought He Had Me

 

From the very beginning, the enemy thought he had won. The moment Eve bit into that forbidden fruit—the one God warned Adam not to touch—he thought, Got ‘em. What he didn’t see coming was that even in that very moment, God’s plan was already in motion. Redemption wasn’t an afterthought. It was the plan from the start.

Ephesians 1:4–5 (NLT) reminds us, “Even before He made the world, God loved us and chose us in Christ to be holy and without fault in His eyes. God decided in advance to adopt us into His own family by bringing us to Himself through Jesus Christ. This is what He wanted to do, and it gave Him great pleasure.” Long before the first sin, before the serpent slithered onto the scene, God had already chosen to love us and bring us into His family through Jesus Christ.

Before time even had a name, God knew. He knew sin would creep in. He knew we'd fall. And He already had the solution: our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. The enemy really thought he could throw off God’s plan, but newsflash—God’s Will doesn’t fumble. His strategy for salvation has been unfolding since the beginning, flawless and unshaken. Every move the enemy made only served to push God's divine Will forward. Nothing satan did, and nothing he does now, can ever override the victory already won through Jesus Christ.

The beautiful thing about our Heavenly Father is that no matter how many mistakes we make, they never derail His plan and purpose. Even when we stumble, fall, or flat-out disobey, God’s plan doesn’t fall apart. It holds. His purpose remains. He’s not shocked by our missteps. He doesn’t abandon us. Instead, He offers redemption, realignment, and restoration.

Romans 8:28 (NLT) anchors us in this truth: “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to His purpose for them.” Everything—your failures, your pain, your detours—everything can be used by God for your good when you love Him and align yourself with His call.

Nothing the enemy tries can cancel what God has declared over your life. That’s where our confidence must rest. Romans 8:37 declares, “No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us.” We are not just survivors—we are more than conquerors. The devil can throw all he has, but it still won’t be enough to stop God’s plan.

Proverbs 19:21 (NLT) puts it this way: “You can make many plans, but the Lord’s purpose will prevail.” Our lives may take unexpected turns. People may disappoint us. We may take wrong steps. But God’s purpose? It remains steady. It was never built on our perfection—it’s secured by His sovereignty.

Deceitful and relentless, the enemy may think he has a grip on us. But don’t get it twisted: God is always working behind the scenes. He is always guiding, always redeeming, always setting things in place. He sees the full picture, and nothing escapes His view. Not your heartbreak. Not your struggle. Not your fear. So even when it feels like the enemy has the upper hand—even when you’re weary and worn—know this: the enemy does not have the final say. Jesus does. Don’t be afraid. Take heart in Christ. Watch as God takes what the enemy meant to destroy you and uses it to display His glory through your life.

Scripture quotations marked (NLT) are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Wheaton, Illinois 60189. All rights reserved.

“The Enemy Thought He Had Me”, written by Kim for https://rescuefromdomesticviolence.blogspot.com© 2025. All rights reserved. All praise and honor to God through Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.