It's Not Enough to Wish--You Have to Believe (Inspired by 2 Timothy 4:8)

It's not just about hoping or wishing for something to happen--you have to truly believe in what you're asking for. Confidence, focus, and belief are what turn goals into reality. If you don't believe it's possible, it's hard to make it happen.

It's not enough to simply ask for what you want--you have to believe it's already within reach. Whether you call it praying, manifesting, or setting intentions, the truth is the same: belief is the fuel behind every dream. If you don't believe in it, why would anyone else?

"Thank you, Lord, for the strength and courage you've given me. I've worked hard all my life, and now, I'm waiting on my reward."

Since I was 14 years old, I've been hustling--working jobs I loved, and jobs I didn't. Today, I work differently, I make money doing what I love, well, for the most part.

Sometimes, you face real hardship. You work hard, but the money still falls short. And let's be honest--you've had to make sacrifices just to keep up.

You've gone back to school, picked up new skills, tried side hustles... all with the hope that maybe, just maybe, you'll earn enough to breathe a little easier.

But the bills keep stacking.
The kids' school fees rise every semester.
And rent? Groceries? It feels like they're daring you to give up.

But you haven't.
You keep going.
You keep praying.
You keep believing.

And that, right there--that's why your breakthrough is coming.

But after all that effort, all those prayers--you can't afford to be praying and not believing that your breakthrough is coming.

It's not enough to just pray. You have to believe in what you're asking for when you pray.

What is it that you want?

What exactly are you asking God for?

Do you believe in yourself?
Do you have faith that when you kneel down and speak to the Lord, He will hear you--and answer?

Because if you don't believe that... you're just wasting time.

I believe in everything I've asked God for.
And now, I'm simply waiting for my reward.

Truth is, I've already received a lot.
The freedom I have in my life right now is something others dream about reaching when they retire. For that alone, I have no right to complain.

I can't yet say my rewards are like a crown on my head--but I'm working toward that.

May God bless you.

"Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness..."

Read 2 Timothy 4:8
You can learn a lot by reading the Bible!

More Morning Devotionals:

• Some People Push You Down When You're Already Falling (Inspired by Job 12:5)
• Be Careful Who You Follow - Not Every Leader Feeds You Well (Inspired by 1 Peter 2:2)
• Poverty Isn't Just a Struggle, It's a Business (Inspired by Proverbs 11:14)
• It's Time to Grow Up and Leave Old Habits Behind (Inspired by 1 Corinthians 13:11)
• Stop Stressing Over the Past, Let It Go (Inspired by 2 Corinthians 5:17)
• Learn To Be Content No Matter What You Have (Inspired by Philippians 4:12)
• When Life Hits Hard, It's Not Always Punishment (Inspired by Psalm 90:7)
• Stop Wasting Time Arguing With People Who Won't Listen (Inspired by Proverbs 29:9)
• Stop Waiting for Luck--Take Responsibility (Inspired by Psalm 18:25)
• Stop Comparing - Everyone Has Their Own Struggles (Inspired by Galatians 6:5)
• Stop Talking--Start Doing. Your Life Won't Change Itself (Inspired by James 1:22)
• Stop Stressing Over What You Want, Focus on What You Need (Inspired by Romans 8:6)
• Fall Seven Times, Get Up Eight - But Move Differently (Inspired by Proverbs 24:16)
• Why So Many Leave Their Homeland for a "Better Life" (Inspired by Jeremiah 23:1)
• Feeling Overwhelmed? Breathe--You're Not Alone (Inspired by Isaiah 40:31)
• Trust the Process - Life Has a Bigger Plan for You (Inspired by Isaiah 43:19)
• Why Some People Keep the System Rigged (Inspired by 1 Corinthians 11:21)
• If You Can't See Your Blessings, Why Ask for More? (Inspired by Ephesians 3:20)
• Careful, Not Everyone Who Looks Good Has Good Intentions (Inspired by 1 Samuel 16:7)
• Stay Strong, Don't Let Them See You Fall Apart (Inspired by 1 Corinthians 16:13)
• Leadership Isn't Luck - It's a Responsibility (Inspired by Isaiah 40:23)
• Leadership Without Compassion Isn't Leadership at All (Inspired by Romans 12:8)
• Want Peace in Your Life? Help Those Around You (Inspired by Romans 14:19)
• Let Go of Toxic People--They Won't Change (Inspired by Jeremiah 13:23)
• Unconditional Love Is the Strongest Connection (Inspired by 1 John 4:16)
• Some Leaders Profit From Your Struggles - Stay Alert (Inspired by Proverbs 16:12)
• Why You're Not Receiving What You're Asking For (Inspired by Jeremiah 29:11)
• Let People Talk - Stay Focused and Keep Doing Good (Inspired by Jeremiah 9:23)
• Some Seasons Feel Too Heavy - But Don't Lose Hope (Inspired by Psalm 6:1-2)
• If It Hasn't Happened Yet, It's Just Not Your Season--Yet (Inspired by Deuteronomy 28:12)
• Be Careful - Some Investment Advice Only Helps Them, Not You (Inspired by Proverbs 16:2)
• Integrity Always Wins - Even If No One Sees It (Inspired by Proverbs 11:3)
• Be Grateful for the Moments You've Been Protected (Inspired by Psalm 136:1)
• Real Strength Isn't About Showing Off (Inspired by Jeremiah 9:23)
• Run with patience and focus on the path set before you (Inspired by Hebrews 12:1)
• Temptation Always Starts Small - Learn to Spot It Early (Inspired by 1 Corinthians 10:13)
• In Tough Times, Hope Is What We Need Most (Inspired by Romans 15:13)
• It's Not Enough to Wish--You Have to Believe (Inspired by 2 Timothy 4:8)
• If You're Called to Lead, Be Ready to Serve (Inspired by Luke 22:26)
• Stop Acting Like a Victim - Or You'll Keep Attracting Vultures (Inspired by Matthew 24:28)

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