March 6, 2025
Beloved children of God in Christ. I greet and bless you all in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. The Bible says in Proverbs 13:12, “Hope deferred makes the heart sick, But when the desire comes, it is a tree of life.”
Today, many of you may be longing and waiting for something for a long time, and it may have caused you heartache. This is exactly what today’s promise reminds us of: “Hope deferred makes the heart sick.” When we do not receive what we expect or desire for a long time, our hearts begin to long for it.
For example, when a child asks their father or mother for a sweet, toy, or ball, they may start crying and become adamant. If they still do not receive what they asked for, their longing only grows stronger. Eventually, when the parents see the child’s persistence and yearning, their hearts melt, and they buy what the child has been asking for. If earthly parents have such compassion, how much more will our heavenly Father care for us?
Today, whatever you have been longing for—whatever has caused your heartache and weariness—God is ready to satisfy you with His goodness. It may be an incomplete degree due to repeated failures in exams. You may be a parent, longing for your child to complete the 10th or 12th grade, hoping to secure a job for them. Today, the Lord hears your prayers and will perform a miracle for you.
For those holding a degree but struggling to find a job, especially those desiring a government position, the Lord promises that He will provide. To those waiting for a visa, marriage, the gift of a child, or the resolution of a court case, our compassionate Lord sees your tears and the pain in your heart. Today, He will answer your prayers and grant you what you have longed for, honoring you in due time. In the coming days, you will surely witness the miraculous work of God in these matters.
Testimony from Sister Sumathi,
“Praise be to God! My sister’s name is Kalavathy, and she is 32 years old. Her marriage was continuously getting delayed. Though we made efforts for five years, no proposal seemed suitable. Relatives spoke ill of us and mocked us, saying that her marriage would never happen. Because of these challenges, our family lived in worry and sadness. I continuously sent emails to Brother Stephen, requesting prayers for my sister. Brother Stephen replied with an encouraging word. We held on to that word and prayed. By God’s mercy and through Brother Stephen’s prayers, the Lord arranged a suitable groom for my sister. Praise be to God, who blessed her with a wonderful marriage!” In the same way, are you worried about delays in marriage matters at home? Do not be discouraged—the Lord will perform a miracle for you today!
Prayer:
Loving Lord, we thank You. Lord, grant Your children the degrees, visas, and government jobs they have been longing for. Since they have waited so long, bless them with good life partners and the gift of children. Break every barrier and fulfill their hearts’ desires. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
