“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”
Lamentations 3:22-23
Let me just tell you: when one woman’s family brought her situation to their pastor, no one expected his response.
“This may mean she gets arrested,” he said.
That is not exactly the comforting word you hope to hear, but this turned out to be the moment everything started to change.
Her family had been in the dark, praying and hoping for some sliver of good news. When the arrest happened, for the first time in forever they knew where to find her. They traveled to the area, checked into a hotel, and on a whim asked the receptionist where to find a good meal.
At the restaurant, a big, bold sign greeted them with a message they desperately needed: “God answers prayers.”
As her dad spoke with the waitress, a simple question about lawyers led to an amazing series of connections—a lawyer, a minister with a heart for women battling addiction, and the program Teen Challenge that would give her a second chance.
When the recovery ministry was offered, she wanted to refuse. She believed she deserved punishment not mercy. But when the words came out, they were not “No,” but “Yes.”
Today, she is miles from where she used to be, living a life filled with purpose as a licensed social worker and a mom. Her family’s prayers were not wasted; they were woven into the tapestry of her redemption.
So, friend, if you are staring at a hopeless situation, do not let go. Even in your lowest moments, God is offering a fresh start. Sometimes the biggest miracles start with a simple “Yes.”