This morning started with an email that should’ve left me shouting praises. I had been selected for an incredible opportunity through Defining You that would provide coaching, networking, and exposure—everything I’ve been working toward!
But do you know what my first response was? Worry.
Along with this amazing opportunity came a hefty cost, and I couldn’t see how I’d be able to afford it. Instead of celebrating and thanking God, I tucked away my excitement, focused on the numbers, and let the joy fade.
I’m sharing this because I know I’m not the only one who’s been there. The devil is a liar, and his schemes aren’t new. He’ll take something beautiful and try to overshadow it with fear and discouragement. And that’s exactly what I let happen.
But God didn’t let me stay there.
I sent a screenshot of the email to my husband, Frankie, and his response rebuked me in the best way. He was SO excited—sending wrestling GIFs, voice messages full of worship, and telling me how proud he was of the work I’d put in. And then, he said something that completely shifted my perspective:
“Make sure you worship and thank God.”
That simple statement opened my eyes to what I had done—I’d allowed worry to take over where worship should’ve been. I immediately apologized to God. I had forgotten to thank Him for what He’s doing in my life, to trust Him to carry out His plans, and to acknowledge that He has always provided for me.
I had been so focused on the either/or—either this works out, or it doesn’t—that I forgot about the both/and. This opportunity is both exciting and a challenge. God is both good and trustworthy. I can both feel stretched and know He’ll provide.
That moment of repentance led me to hit the reset button. I put on worship music, and as I praised Him, my heart softened. Song after song reminded me of His goodness. And then the song On Time God came on.
Let me tell you about this song.
I first heard it at the Women Evolve conference earlier this year. If you’ve never experienced the power of 40,000 women with hearts wide open, worshipping God with everything they have—it’s indescribable. The worship team led us through some of the most raw, honest, and powerful praise I’ve ever encountered. And when On Time God played, something shifted in me.
It wasn’t just the lyrics—it was the truth I felt in my spirit. God is never late. He’s never forgotten me. He always comes through in the most perfect way. That song unlocked something in me that day, and every time I hear it, it feels like my Heavenly Father is hugging me, reminding me that I’m loved and safe.
This morning, as I was reflecting on my worries, On Time God started playing again. And I wept. Tears streamed down my face as I remembered the truth: God’s goodness is not dependent on my circumstances. He’s never failed me before, and He won’t fail me now.
I want to share this with you because I know how easy it is to let worry and discouragement take hold—especially when past disappointments try to resurface. But here’s the truth: Our hearts are safe with God.
If you’re carrying worry today, I encourage you to bring it to Him. Worship Him right where you are. He sees you. He loves you. And He’s always on time.
Love and prayers,
Rhuneisha
Leave a comment