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22/07/2025

Do Not Receive Holy Communion If You Have Not... Confessed These Sins

The Holy Eucharist is the most sacred and profound mystery of the Catholic faith. It is not just a symbol—it is the Real Presence of Jesus Christ: Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity. Receiving Holy Communion is an intimate union with the Lord, and Scripture and tradition both emphasize that it must never be taken lightly.

Saint Paul’s words in 1 Corinthians 11:27–29 offer a clear warning: “Whoever eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of sinning against the body and blood of the Lord.” The Church teaches that one must be in a state of grace before receiving Holy Communion. This means being free from mortal sin.

But what sins must one confess before approaching the altar?

1. Missing Mass on Sundays or Holy Days of Obligation
Deliberately skipping Sunday Mass or holy days without a serious reason (such as illness or caregiving duty) is a grave sin. Many Catholics do not realize that failing to attend Mass is not just a missed opportunity—it's a serious breach of the Third Commandment and must be confessed before receiving Communion.

2. Sexual Sins
This includes fornication (s*x outside of marriage), adultery, po*******hy, ma********on, cohabitation without marriage, and use of contraception. These actions distort the sacred purpose of s*xuality and break God’s law. If you’ve committed any of these sins, you must seek forgiveness in Confession before receiving the Eucharist.

3. Hatred, Unforgiveness, or Grave Anger
Jesus teaches that reconciliation with others is essential. Holding onto hatred, refusing to forgive, or harboring intense anger can be serious sins. Our hearts must be cleansed of such poison before we can receive the Prince of Peace into our souls.

4. Receiving Communion Without Belief in the Real Presence
Approaching the altar while doubting or denying the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist is not only disrespectful—it’s spiritually dangerous. If one is unsure or struggling, it is better to refrain and seek understanding through prayer and catechesis before receiving.

5. Gossip and Calumny
Spreading false information, destroying someone’s reputation, or engaging in serious gossip can also be grave. If this sin is committed knowingly and deliberately, it too must be confessed.

6. Mortal Sins Kept Hidden
Sometimes, individuals carry mortal sins they never confessed, either out of shame or forgetfulness. If you recall a past serious sin that was never brought to Confession, take it as the Holy Spirit’s invitation to finally seek forgiveness and healing.

Receiving Holy Communion is not a reward for being perfect—it is nourishment for the soul. But the Church lovingly teaches that we must first be properly prepared to receive so great a gift. Confession is the gateway to that preparation. It restores us to grace and opens our hearts to receive Jesus worthily.

If you’ve been away from Confession, do not be afraid. Jesus waits with mercy, not condemnation. The confessional is not a courtroom—it’s a place of healing. And when you walk out, you walk out as a soul made new, ready to embrace the Eucharist with love and reverence.

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22/07/2025

5 Prophecies from Our Lady of Garabandal Every Catholic Should Know

Between 1961 and 1965, in a small mountain village called Garabandal in northern Spain, four young girls claimed to receive more than 2,000 apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary, who identified herself as Our Lady of Mount Carmel. While the apparitions are not officially approved by the Church, they remain widely followed and have inspired deep prayer and reflection. Among the messages and warnings given, five key prophecies stand out—important calls to conversion, penance, and preparation for what lies ahead.

1. A Worldwide Warning

The first major prophecy is the Warning—a moment of profound spiritual awakening. According to the visionaries, this will be a global event seen and felt by everyone on earth. In that moment, each person will see the state of their soul as God sees it. It will be like a personal judgment, revealing both the good and the evil in our hearts. The purpose? To bring souls back to God through repentance. No one will be able to deny the truth of God after this divine illumination.

2. A Great Miracle in Garabandal

The second prophecy is the Great Miracle, which will occur at the pines in Garabandal within one year of the Warning. It will be a visible, supernatural event—impossible to explain by natural laws—and will leave a permanent sign. The sick who are present will be healed, and unbelievers will be given the grace to believe. Conchita, one of the visionaries, claims to know the exact date and will announce it eight days before it happens.

3. A Permanent Sign from Heaven

Tied closely to the Great Miracle is the prophecy of a Permanent Sign. This sign will remain at the site of the miracle in Garabandal forever. It will be visible, tangible, and clearly supernatural. The Blessed Virgin said it will be something never before seen on earth. This sign is meant to be a lasting testimony of God's love and a call to faith and conversion.

4. A Chastisement—If the World Does Not Change

Perhaps the most sobering prophecy is the warning of a Chastisement. If humanity fails to respond to the Warning and Miracle with sincere repentance, a punishment will follow, more severe than anything the world has ever seen. This is not given to cause fear, but to awaken hearts. The Blessed Virgin, like a loving mother, pleads with humanity to return to God before it is too late.

5. A Call to the Eucharist and the Rosary

Throughout the apparitions, Our Lady emphasized the need for frequent reception of the Eucharist, daily praying of the Rosary, and devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. She urged modesty, humility, and love for one another. These spiritual weapons, she said, are our protection and preparation for the coming events.

These prophecies are not to terrify but to invite every soul to deeper conversion. The Blessed Virgin Mary’s messages are filled with maternal concern and mercy. Whether or not one believes in Garabandal, the core message aligns with Scripture and Church teaching: Repent, return to the Sacraments, and live a life pleasing to God.

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22/07/2025

A Miracle Is Coming Your Way Today, Hang onto Hope

Have you ever found yourself standing at the edge of hope—uncertain, weary, and desperately wishing for a breakthrough? Maybe you’re there right now. You’ve prayed every prayer, tried every door, shed every tear, and yet nothing seems to change. It’s as if life is paused between pain and promise, between what you need and what you see. If this is you, I want to speak directly to your heart: A miracle is coming your way today. Hang on to hope.

This message is for the one who feels like giving up. It’s for the one whose faith feels thin, whose hands feel empty, and whose heart is searching for a sign. It’s for you—because I believe the Lord is saying, “Don’t quit. Don’t turn back. Don’t believe the lies that whisper ‘it’s over.’ Your miracle is closer than you think, and today, hope is about to be renewed.”

Let’s journey together through stories, scripture, and encouragement, and discover how to hang on to hope when a miracle is on the way.

The Reality of Waiting for a Miracle
First, let’s be honest. Waiting for a miracle can be one of the hardest things in the world. It’s a test of faith that reaches deep into the core of who we are. You wake up and face the same mountain, the same problem, the same unanswered prayer. You wonder if anything will ever change.

There are moments—maybe days, weeks, or even years—when hope is a choice, not a feeling. You fight to believe that God sees you, that your prayers are heard, that what you’re longing for will finally come to pass. If you’ve ever been there, you’re in good company. Some of the greatest people of faith walked the same road.

The Miracle in the Middle
The Bible is full of stories about people who stood in the waiting place. They didn’t always feel strong. They weren’t perfect. But they held on to hope, and that hope carried them to their miracle.

Abraham: The Father of Faith
God promised Abraham that he would be the father of many nations. Yet, year after year, the promise remained unfulfilled. Abraham grew older, Sarah’s womb remained barren, and logic said, “It’s too late.” But Romans 4:18 says, “Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed….”

It was hope that refused to quit. It was hope that chose to trust when everything seemed impossible. And in God’s perfect timing, Isaac was born—a miracle child, the fulfillment of decades of prayer.

If God could do it for Abraham, He can do it for you.

The Woman with the Issue of Blood
In Mark 5, we read about a woman who had suffered for twelve long years. She had seen every doctor, spent all she had, and instead of getting better, she grew worse. She had every reason to give up. But one day, she heard that Jesus was passing by. Hope flickered in her heart.

She pushed through the crowd, desperate just to touch the hem of His garment. And when she did, she was healed instantly. Jesus turned to her and said, “Daughter, your faith has made you well. Go in peace, and be healed of your affliction.”

Her miracle came after years of disappointment and pain. She hung on to hope—and hope brought her to Jesus.

Jairus: Hope Despite Delay
In that same chapter, Jairus, a synagogue leader, begged Jesus to heal his dying daughter. Jesus agreed to go, but was delayed by the woman with the issue of blood. While they were still speaking, people came from Jairus’s house and said, “Your daughter is dead. Why bother the teacher anymore?”

But Jesus looked at Jairus and said, “Don’t be afraid. Just believe.”

Even when all hope seemed lost, Jesus encouraged Jairus to hold on. He entered Jairus’s house, took the girl by the hand, and said, “Little girl, I say to you, get up!” And she did. Death was not the end. Delay was not denial. A miracle came because someone dared to hope against hope.

What Is a Miracle?
Sometimes we think of miracles as huge, headline-making events—blind eyes opening, cancers disappearing, storms calming. And those things do happen! But miracles come in all shapes and sizes.

A miracle might be the restoration of a broken relationship, freedom from anxiety, provision for a desperate need, or the courage to get up and try again when you feel defeated. A miracle is anything only God can do—something that goes beyond human effort or natural possibility.

Never limit God by your definition of a miracle. Sometimes the smallest breakthrough can be the answer you’ve been waiting for. Sometimes, the miracle isn’t the change in circumstance, but the change in you.

Why Does It Seem So Hard?
If a miracle is coming, why does it feel so hard? Why do we have to wait? Why doesn’t God answer the first time we ask?

1. Miracles Stretch Our Faith
God is not just interested in solving our problems—He’s shaping our hearts. Faith is like a muscle; it grows stronger with use. The waiting season is often the growing season. We learn to trust God for who He is, not just for what He gives.

2. God’s Timing Is Perfect
God sees the end from the beginning. He knows what you need and when you need it. Sometimes the answer is delayed because God is arranging things behind the scenes, preparing you for what’s coming, or teaching you something essential.

Ecclesiastes 3:11 says, “He has made everything beautiful in its time.” Trust that His timing is better than yours.

3. Your Story Will Encourage Others
Your miracle isn’t just for you. When God brings you through, you’ll have a testimony that will lift someone else out of despair. Your story will give hope to those who are still waiting for theirs.

When You Feel Like Giving Up
There will be days when you want to give up—days when hope feels foolish and faith feels weak. On those days, remember:

God Is Closer Than You Think
Psalm 34:18 says, “The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” He is not far off. He’s with you in the waiting, in the pain, in the uncertainty. Even when you can’t feel Him, He’s working.

Your Prayers Are Heard
1 John 5:14 says, “This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.” Every prayer, every tear, every whisper of hope is heard by God.

There Is Power in Persistence
Jesus told a parable in Luke 18 about a widow who kept asking a judge for justice. She didn’t give up. Jesus used her as an example of how we should always pray and not give up. Persistence is faith in action.

Signs That Your Miracle Is Closer Than You Think
How do you know when you’re close to a breakthrough? Sometimes, the darkest hour is just before the dawn. When all hell seems to break loose, when the pressure intensifies, when giving up feels easier than pressing in—that’s often when your miracle is right around the corner.

Don’t quit. Don’t settle. Don’t believe the enemy’s lies that say, “Nothing will ever change.” God has the final word.

What Should You Do While You Wait?
Here are some practical steps to hang on to hope and position yourself for your miracle:

1. Keep Praying
Never underestimate the power of persistent prayer. Keep bringing your needs, your desires, your fears to God. He loves to hear your voice. He never grows weary of your prayers.

2. Speak Words of Life
Proverbs 18:21 says, “The tongue has the power of life and death.” Declare God’s promises over your life. Say, “I believe a miracle is coming. God is able. I trust His plan. I will not give up.”

3. Worship in the Waiting
There is power in praise. Worship lifts your eyes from the problem to the Provider. Paul and Silas worshipped God in prison, and God sent an earthquake to set them free. Praise invites God’s presence into your situation.

4. Surround Yourself with Faith
Find people who will believe with you and for you. Don’t isolate yourself. Join a community of faith. Let others encourage you when you feel weak.

5. Look for Small Signs
Sometimes, God sends encouragement before the full miracle arrives—a phone call, an open door, an unexpected provision, a peace that passes understanding. Thank God for every small sign of His presence and faithfulness.

Testimonies: Miracles in the Lives of Ordinary People
A woman on the brink of losing her home prays for provision. The very next day, she receives an unexpected check that covers her needs.

A man suffering from years of depression experiences a moment of peace and joy during prayer, the first ray of hope in months.

A couple unable to conceive finally receives news they are expecting after years of trying.

A young person battling addiction finds the strength to get clean after surrendering to God and joining a support group.

These aren’t fairy tales—they are real stories from real people who held on to hope. Their circumstances looked impossible. But God specializes in the impossible.

What If My Miracle Looks Different Than I Expected?
Sometimes, God answers our prayers in ways we never imagined. The job you wanted may not come, but a better opportunity opens up. The healing you prayed for might come in a different form. The relationship you mourned is replaced by deeper friendships and unexpected blessings.

God knows what you need better than you do. Trust that His “yes” is always good, His “no” is always wise, and His “wait” is always for your best.

Romans 8:28 says, “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him….” God is working, even when you can’t see it.

Letting Go of Control
One of the hardest parts of waiting for a miracle is letting go of control. We want to fix things ourselves, to make things happen in our own strength. But faith is surrender. Faith says, “God, I trust you. I put this in your hands.”

Surrender isn’t giving up—it’s giving over. When you place your hopes, your fears, your future in God’s hands, you can rest in the knowledge that He is good and faithful.

Hope Is Not Wishful Thinking
Biblical hope is not wishful thinking. It’s not crossing your fingers and hoping for the best. Hope is confident expectation that God will do what He has promised. It’s anchored in His character and His Word.

Hebrews 6:19 says, “We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure.” When storms rage and the future is uncertain, hope holds you steady.

You Are Not Alone
The enemy wants you to believe you’re the only one struggling, the only one waiting, the only one who’s been disappointed. But you are not alone. God is with you. Others are praying for you. The family of faith stands with you.

When you feel weary, lean on others. Share your struggles. Let someone else speak hope over you when your own voice falters.

Prepare to Receive
If you really believe a miracle is coming, prepare your heart and life to receive it.

Forgive those who have hurt you.

Clean out bitterness, anger, or anything that blocks your blessing.

Make space in your life for what God wants to do.

Thank God in advance for your miracle.

Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen (Hebrews 11:1). Show God your faith by preparing for what you believe He will do.

A Prayer for Your Miracle
Let’s pray together:

Heavenly Father,
I thank You that You are a God of miracles. You see every person listening now. You know their needs, their hopes, their fears. I pray that right now, You would fill them with hope. Remind them that they are not forgotten. Let faith rise in their hearts.

Lord, send miracles today. Open doors that seem shut. Bring healing, provision, and restoration. Let Your presence fill every home, every heart. We trust You, even when we don’t understand. We believe that nothing is impossible for You.

Thank You for loving us. Thank You that our hope is secure in You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Final Encouragement: Today Is Not the End
If you’re at the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on. God is not finished. Your story isn’t over. A miracle is coming your way today—hang on to hope. Don’t give up. Don’t let go of faith. Don’t believe the lie that it’s too late.

Your miracle may arrive quietly, or it may burst in unexpectedly. However it comes, know that God has heard you. He is with you. And today could be the day everything changes.

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22/07/2025

You Have Tried Everything But it Seems Nothing is Working. I Hear the LORD Say "Joy is Coming."

Have you ever come to the end of yourself? Have you ever found yourself in a season where, despite your best efforts, nothing seems to work? You pray, you work hard, you give everything you have—and still, doors remain closed. You search for answers, knock on doors, and pour out your heart, but the heavens seem silent. If you are honest, you feel tired. Your faith is worn thin. Hope feels distant.

If this is where you find yourself, I want you to pause for a moment. I want you to breathe and listen—not to the voices of despair, but to a whisper from heaven: "Joy is coming."

The LORD sees you. He has watched every tear, heard every prayer, and counted every sleepless night. He knows the weight you are carrying. He has seen the long days and the lonely nights. And today, in your weariness, God is not angry with you. He is not disappointed in you. He is reaching out with a message of hope: Joy is coming.

When You’ve Tried Everything and Nothing Is Working
Let’s be honest: there are seasons in life where nothing makes sense. Maybe you are in such a season right now. You’ve prayed until your words have run dry. You’ve fasted, sought advice, and done everything “right.” You’ve applied for jobs, tried to fix relationships, worked hard at your studies or career, served others, forgiven those who hurt you, and still, nothing seems to change. Each step forward feels like two steps back. You start to wonder if your life is going in circles.

In those moments, the enemy will try to convince you that your efforts are wasted, your prayers unheard, and your hope foolish. But I am here to remind you that God’s silence is not God’s absence. Your labor in the Lord is never in vain.

Let’s take a journey through Scripture and see how God responds to His children who have reached the end of themselves.

Hannah: Praying Through Barrenness
Consider Hannah, the woman who longed for a child but could not conceive. Year after year, she went up to the house of the LORD and poured out her soul. Others misunderstood her pain. Even the priest, Eli, thought she was drunk as she wept and prayed in anguish. But Hannah kept praying, even when nothing changed.

The Bible says in 1 Samuel 1:10, “In her deep anguish, Hannah prayed to the LORD, weeping bitterly.” She had tried everything—offered sacrifices, kept her faith, endured ridicule. Still, there was no breakthrough. But in her lowest moment, when she could do nothing else but surrender her pain to God, God answered. In due time, Hannah conceived and gave birth to Samuel, a prophet who would change the course of Israel’s history.

Hannah’s story teaches us that God does His greatest work when we come to the end of ourselves. When we finally release control, when we let go of our desperate efforts and simply cry out, “God, I need you,” that’s when heaven responds.

Peter: All-Night Failure, Morning Miracles
Let’s look at Peter. In Luke 5, Peter and his companions fished all night and caught nothing. They were professional fishermen, doing everything they knew to do, but they failed. They were exhausted, defeated, and ready to quit.

Then Jesus showed up. He told Peter, “Put out into deep water, and let down the nets for a catch.” Peter replied, “Master, we’ve worked hard all night and haven’t caught anything. But because you say so, I will let down the nets.”

When they obeyed, the Bible says, “They caught such a large number of fish that their nets began to break.” (Luke 5:6) It wasn’t Peter’s skill or effort that made the difference—it was the presence and word of Jesus.

When you’ve tried everything and nothing is working, Jesus steps in and changes everything. Sometimes God lets us exhaust our own efforts so we will see that it’s not by might, nor by power, but by His Spirit (Zechariah 4:6). Your night of fruitless labor can become a morning of overflowing blessing—because joy is coming.

Job: Faithfulness in Suffering
Then, there’s Job—the man who lost everything. His health, his wealth, his family, his reputation. He was faithful, righteous, yet his world came crashing down. He tried to understand, tried to find answers, but none came. His friends blamed him. His wife told him to give up. Still, Job refused to curse God.

For 42 chapters, Job struggles with pain and confusion, yet he clings to faith. Then, in the end, God restores him—double for his trouble. Job 42:10 says, “The LORD restored his fortunes and gave him twice as much as he had before.” His story reminds us that your story is not finished in the middle of the trial. When it looks like you have lost everything, God can bring joy, restoration, and purpose out of your pain.

When You Feel Forgotten
It’s hard when it seems God is blessing everyone but you. You scroll through social media and see people celebrating jobs, weddings, babies, breakthroughs. You celebrate with them, but quietly wonder, “God, have You forgotten me?”

Let me tell you: God never forgets His own. Isaiah 49:15-16 says, “Can a mother forget the baby at her breast…? Though she may forget, I will not forget you! See, I have engraved you on the palms of my hands.”

You are not invisible. You are not forgotten. You are not abandoned. Even when it seems your prayers bounce back, God is working in ways you cannot see.

Divine Delays Are Not Denials
Sometimes, what feels like a “no” from God is simply a “not yet.” God’s timing is perfect. If you got the answer when you wanted it, it might ruin you. But God loves you too much to give you a blessing that isn’t ready—or a blessing you aren’t ready for.

The Psalmist wrote, “Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.” (Psalm 30:5) That means there is a limit to your suffering. Night does not last forever. There will be a morning. There will be joy.

Joy Is Coming: What Does This Mean?
But what is “joy,” really? Joy is not just a fleeting feeling. It is not dependent on circumstances. It is a gift from God, rooted in His presence. Psalm 16:11 says, “In Your presence is fullness of joy.” When God says, “Joy is coming,” He is not just promising you happiness—He is promising you Himself.

Joy is what sustained Paul and Silas as they sang hymns in prison at midnight. Joy is what filled the disciples when the risen Jesus appeared to them, turning their fear into boldness. Joy is the strength that rises up in the darkest valleys and declares, “God is still good.”

Stories of Joy After Sorrow
Joseph: From Pit to Palace
Joseph was betrayed by his own brothers, thrown into a pit, sold as a slave, and then imprisoned for a crime he did not commit. He had dreams of greatness but found himself in a nightmare. Years passed. He must have wondered if anything would ever change.

But in one day, everything shifted. Joseph was brought from the prison to the palace, from the lowest to the highest. In Genesis 41:52, he names his second son Ephraim, saying, “God has made me fruitful in the land of my suffering.” The sorrow was real—but so was the joy that followed.

Ruth: Joy in New Beginnings
Ruth lost her husband and left everything familiar behind to care for her mother-in-law, Naomi. She gleaned in fields as a foreigner, facing uncertainty and hardship. Yet, her faithfulness and courage positioned her for redemption. God brought Boaz into her life, giving her a new beginning and making her the ancestor of King David—and of Jesus.

Ruth’s story shows that God can bring joy out of loss, and new beginnings from painful endings.

David: Dancing After the Tears
David was anointed king as a boy but spent years running for his life from Saul. He wept, hid in caves, and wrote psalms of anguish. But God kept His promise. David became king, and his songs of sorrow turned into songs of praise. In Psalm 30:11, David declares, “You turned my wailing into dancing; you removed my sackcloth and clothed me with joy.”

What Should You Do When Nothing Is Working?
1. Don’t Stop Praying
God values persistence. Jesus told a parable about a persistent widow who kept coming to a judge until he answered her request. (Luke 18:1-8) The lesson? Pray and don’t give up. Your prayers are never wasted. Each one is a seed, and in God’s perfect time, the harvest will come.

2. Don’t Isolate Yourself
In seasons of disappointment, it’s easy to withdraw. But God designed us for community. Find others who will pray with you, encourage you, and remind you of God’s faithfulness. Sometimes your breakthrough comes through the prayers and support of others.

3. Remember God’s Promises
Hold on to the Word of God. Write down promises that speak to your heart. Declare them over your life daily. “Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy.” (Psalm 126:5)

4. Keep Serving
Sometimes your breakthrough comes when you serve others. Even when you don’t see your own miracle, be a miracle for someone else. As you bless others, God will find ways to bless you.

5. Trust God’s Timing
His ways are higher than ours. His timing is perfect. He knows what you need and when you need it. Trust that He is working, even when you cannot see it.

What Happens When Joy Comes?
When God brings joy, it transforms everything. It renews your strength, heals your heart, and gives you new vision. The Bible says, “The joy of the LORD is your strength.” (Nehemiah 8:10) You can endure anything when you have God’s joy inside you.

Joy doesn’t always change the circumstances right away, but it changes you. It fills you with hope, faith, and peace that pass understanding. And often, it’s the very thing that opens the door to new blessings.

Testimonies: Joy After the Storm
A single mother who struggled for years to provide for her children finally lands a stable job, and her family experiences peace and stability.

A man who battled addiction and relapses for years finds freedom and discovers purpose in helping others break free.

A couple who waited years for a child finally receive the gift of a baby—and with that, a joy they never thought possible.

A young woman, rejected and overlooked in her career, is suddenly promoted to a position beyond her dreams.

These are not just random stories. They are reminders that God brings joy after the storm. He is still in the business of turning mourning into dancing.

Faith That Waits for Joy
It takes faith to believe in joy when all you see is pain. It takes courage to keep hoping when nothing is working. But this is the kind of faith God honors. The Bible says, “Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord would fulfill his promises to her!” (Luke 1:45)

If you are in a season of waiting, if you are at the end of your own strength, you are in the perfect place for a miracle. God often allows us to reach the end of ourselves so that we will discover the beginning of His power.

Speak Joy Over Your Life
Don’t just wait for joy—speak it over your life. Declare, “I may not see it now, but joy is coming. God is not finished with me. My breakthrough is on the way.” The Bible says, “Let the weak say, ‘I am strong!’” (Joel 3:10) Speak life, hope, and joy, even before you feel it.

Prepare for Your Joy
Faith is not just passive waiting. It is active preparation. Make room for joy:

Clean out bitterness and unforgiveness from your heart.

Thank God in advance for what He will do.

Stay faithful in the small things.

Be open to the new things God wants to do.

A Word for You Today
You may feel tired, discouraged, and worn out from trying. But hear the Word of the LORD for you: Joy is coming. You are not forgotten. Your pain will not last forever. God is closer than you think.

Maybe you’re on the verge of giving up. Maybe you’re tempted to settle for less. But don’t let go of your faith now. Your morning is coming. The night is almost over. The dawn is about to break, and with it, joy you cannot imagine.

A Prayer for Joy
Let’s pray together:

Heavenly Father,
You see every heart listening right now. You know the struggles, the disappointments, the weariness. I ask that You pour out Your joy upon them. Where there is sadness, bring gladness. Where there is loss, bring restoration. Where there is weariness, bring new strength.

Lord, remind them that their labor is not in vain. Remind them that joy is coming. Turn their mourning into dancing, and their tears into songs of praise.

Thank You for Your faithfulness. Thank You for hope. Thank You that the best is yet to come. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Don’t Give Up: Joy Is Coming
Your story isn’t over. The final chapter has not been written. Joy is coming. Hold on a little longer. Keep trusting, keep believing, keep hoping. The LORD has not forgotten you. He is turning your sorrow into joy.

Let your heart be lifted. Let your spirit be renewed. Take another step forward. Tomorrow may look different. Joy is just ahead.

If this message spoke to your heart, if you are believing that joy is coming, subscribe to our channel. Here, you’ll find encouragement, hope, and reminders that God is always working, even when you can’t see it.

Don’t journey alone—join our community of faith. Share your story, let us pray for you, and stay connected. Together, we will see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living.

Subscribe now, turn on notifications, and share this message with someone who needs hope. Joy is coming—don’t miss it! God bless you.

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