Message
A popular saying goes thus: “He who laughs last laughs best.” In , the enemy intended to kill Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego; however, they ended up being promoted. As a child of God, you do not need to be afraid of any enemy who might have been hindering your breakthrough in one way or another. Instead, rest assured that the Almighty God will fight for you. In , the Bible says, “For the LORD your God is he that goeth with you, to fight for you against your enemies, to save you.” I pray that every conspiracy of the enemy will lead to your promotion, in Jesus’ name.
These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
The Scripture above tells us that we will face tribulations in the world. Tribulations can arise in your family, business, career, studies, and other areas of your life. However, Jesus Christ assures you that He has overcome all of these tribulations for you. Therefore, do not allow worry or sorrow to weigh you down; instead, put all your trust in Him. All those who think you are finished are in for a surprise because you will laugh last!
In today’s Bible reading, when Peninnah was busy taunting Hannah for her childlessness, she didn’t know that her taunts were the fuel that Hannah needed to position herself to become the mother of God’s prophet whose words never fell to the ground (). Hannah did not only become Samuel’s mother, she also had five more children (). While we can never forget Samuel, nobody knows the names of Peninnah’s children.
Beloved, no matter how bad things may look at the moment, when you put your trust in God, He will cause you to laugh last. Your laughter may seem delayed, but rest assured that it will surely come. Today’s memory verse tells us that even though weeping may endure for a night, joy will surely come in the morning. The Lord is turning your mourning into dancing. He is taking away your sackcloth and girding you with gladness (). Therefore, do not allow sorrow to overwhelm your heart; God is working out something grand for you, and you will definitely laugh last, in Jesus’ name.