Romans 8:28 says, “And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.”
God’s process is divine, intentional, and necessary for the fulfilment of every promise. While God’s plans are full of purpose, His process often doesn’t resemble the final outcome we’re hoping for, which can be a challenge for believers. Breakthroughs may begin with breaking, growth often comes through pruning, and before elevation, there are seasons of humility. The journey may be difficult, but it’s never meaningless.
Looking at biblical examples—Moses endured forty years in the wilderness before leading Israel, Joseph faced betrayal and imprisonment before ruling in Egypt, and even Jesus underwent suffering before resurrection. These stories remind us that the process precedes the promise, and that God’s preparation is never punishment. Instead, it builds spiritual stamina and corrects our character, teaching us to trust God for who He is, not just what He gives.
The means by which we reach our goals matter more than simply achieving them. If we focus only on the end result, we may lack the patience and wisdom to discern God’s provision from the enemy’s traps. God’s process also tests our motivations, revealing whether we seek His heart or merely His hand, and whether we are committed to our comfort or our calling. Many lose momentum because they do not embrace the necessary journey.
Rather than rushing God’s timing, we are encouraged to trust that what is built slowly and with God’s guidance will endure. Shortcuts yield fleeting victories, but God’s process brings lasting fruit. In waiting, breaking, and refining, God is always at work—preparing us for our destiny, building character, and ensuring we are ready when our time comes.
Every delay, test, and detour has a divine purpose. God’s process may be hidden, but it is holy and for our ultimate good.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, help me not to despise Your process. Even when it’s hard and unclear, give me grace to trust You, knowing that You are working all things together for my good, in Jesus Christ’s name! Amen!