February 10, 2025
Beloved children of God in Christ, I greet and bless you all in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I am delighted to meet you today through this daily auspicious message. May God bless you abundantly.
The word that the Lord has for us today is from Isaiah 61:7:
“Instead of your shame, you shall have double honor.”
God Turns Shame into Honor
When Rachel gave birth to her son, she declared, “The Lord has taken away my reproach.” She named the child Joseph, believing that God would bless her with another. And indeed, the Lord blessed her again. He removed her disgrace and replaced it with joy. Today, you may feel rejected, insulted, or spoken ill of by others. People may treat you poorly or disgrace you, but do not be troubled—this is all they can do. However, do you know what God can do? The very place where you were humiliated, where your head was held down in shame—God will lift you up and give you double honor.
Hannah was ridiculed by Peninnah, who constantly provoked her to the point of deep sorrow. However, the Bible does not mention the names of Peninnah’s children, but Hannah’s son, Samuel, is known throughout Scripture. This is what it means to receive double honor from God. People may continue to speak ill of you, but God will bless you abundantly. Instead of dwelling on their words, pray for them. Do not curse those who curse you. Say to the Lord:
“Lord, they have hurt me, but bless them. Do not let my pain bring harm to them or their family. Let good happen to them.” This is the teaching of Christ in the New Testament. We are called to bless, not to curse. Instead of wasting time thinking about those who have wronged you, focus on the work God has given you. Keep doing His will, and in the very place of your shame, He will bless you with double honor.
Testimony of God’s Faithfulness
Sister Jenny Joseph from Padapai shares her powerful testimony:
“It had been six years since my marriage, and I had no child. I was saved four years ago, but my relatives insulted and mocked me. They made me feel ashamed in my community. In my sorrow, I cried out to the Lord. One day, I heard that Brother Stephen was preaching at a church in Chennai, Ayapakkam. I attended the meeting, and his sermon comforted me deeply. After the service, my husband and I approached him for prayer. Without us even mentioning our situation, he placed his hands on my head and prophesied: ‘Before the birth of Christ, you will bear a son and name him Samuel.’ At that time, the doctors had told me that conceiving was impossible. They suggested adoption as the only option. My husband and I wondered how this prophecy could come true. But I held onto the word spoken over me.
Amazingly, I conceived! The doctors gave me a due date of December 27th. But as God had promised, I gave birth to a beautiful baby boy on December 2nd, before Christmas. Instead of shame, God honored me. I thank Him for this miracle and for the prophetic word that was fulfilled exactly as spoken.” Even when the world says there is no chance, God makes a way. He turns impossibilities into miracles!
Prayer for Today:
Loving Lord, we thank You. I bless my children in Jesus’ name. Lord, You have promised that instead of shame, You will give double honor. Today, I pray for those who have faced disgrace, reproach, and sorrow. Let this word bring comfort and miracles into their lives. For those who were humiliated, let their names be lifted high. For those who are barren, let their wombs be opened. For those in debt, let their burdens be lifted.
For those facing marriage hindrances, let the obstacles be removed. For those struggling with visa barriers, let doors be opened. Let the Lord do great and mighty things in their lives.
In Jesus’ name, Amen!
