And It Came to Pass
"Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning." —Psalm 30:5, ESV
Many times in life, when we’re going through a difficult season, it feels like the hardship will never end. I remember a time when everything at work felt hard and unpleasant. It was a clear season of struggle. People would say to me, “Joy comes in the morning,” but it seemed like morning after morning things only got worse.
Then one day, after prayer—possibly during a Bible study—the teacher read a scripture that began with the words, “And it came to pass.” Those were the only words I truly heard. The Holy Spirit whispered to me, “And this will come to pass.” Immediately, I felt a wave of relief wash over my soul.
Looking back, I realize I wasn’t enduring the trial well because I was so focused on getting through it quickly. That striving only made the situation harder. Every time I tried to move into a new role, something would block the opportunity. It became clear that God wasn’t going to let me run from the situation. But when I heard those simple words—“and it came to pass”—I found peace. I understood that the trial wouldn’t last forever.
Sometimes we are so consumed by what we’re facing that we forget it will eventually pass.
I’m reminded of the story of Joseph—specifically the time he spent in prison. He interpreted dreams for two of Pharaoh’s servants and asked one of them to remember him when he returned to Pharaoh’s service. But the servant forgot. Two whole years passed before he remembered Joseph and mentioned him to Pharaoh.
Despite the delay, Joseph remained humble and faithful. We see his unwavering trust in God when he responded to Pharaoh, saying, “It is not in me; God will give Pharaoh a favorable answer.” (Genesis 41:16) Joseph consistently gave glory to God. He never wavered in his faith.
Even in prison, Joseph experienced God's favor. Scripture tells us:
"But the Lord was with Joseph and showed him steadfast love and gave him favor in the sight of the keeper of the prison. And the keeper of the prison put Joseph in charge of all the prisoners who were in the prison. Whatever was done there, he was the one who did it. The keeper of the prison paid no attention to anything that was in Joseph's charge, because the Lord was with him. And whatever he did, the Lord made it succeed." —Genesis 39:21–23, ESV
Even in the midst of difficulty, God was at work. That’s why it’s so important that we stay anchored in Jesus Christ during challenging times—because doing so keeps us aligned with the blessing and purpose waiting for us on the other side.
Takeaways:
Everything will come to pass; the key is to stay aligned during the journey.
Jesus Christ is always working behind the scenes.
God’s plan and timing are perfect; our role is to surrender and trust Him.
Affirmations: Matthew 10:20; Luke 24:32; Ephesians 6:19; Isaiah 55:11
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