When the Gears Grind to a Halt

We like to think that if we follow the "blueprint," everything should run smoothly. But sometimes, despite our best efforts and our most sincere prayers, nothing works. The machine stalls. The doors stay locked. In those moments, it’s easy to mistake God’s silence for His absence. But even King David—a man after God’s own heart—cried out, "How long?" Silence isn't a sign that He’s finished with you; often, it’s a sign that He is doing a work in you that words can't describe. When you can't see His hand moving, you have to trust His heart. He hasn't missed a single tear, and He hasn't overlooked a single struggle. He is the God of the breakthrough, even when the breakthrough is still over the horizon.