Chapter 3: Trusting God When Man Fails
At the top of the morning to you, we’re back once again. Amen! We’re excited about what the Lord has given us to share today. Let’s get started.
Prayer:
Father, forgive me of all sin. As I come before Your people, give me the words to speak. Let every word be edifying to believers and all who hear. Let the wisdom and revelation You’ve placed in me be shared for their strengthening and understanding. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
A Lesson in Trust and Obedience
We continue our exploration of The Blessings of Obedience. In our last chapter, we discussed the importance of planning and preparation—developing strategies to manage life transitions, setting clear goals, and proactively addressing challenges. But even the best-laid plans need to be coupled with discernment and spiritual accountability.
One area I could have done better in was holding an organization accountable that had invited me to St. Louis. Rather than relying solely on a verbal agreement, I should have ensured there was a written contract. Proverbs 22:29 (KJV)reminds us:
“Seest thou a man diligent in his business? He shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men.”
Diligence includes wisdom, preparation, and accountability. Though I was recruited by a startup ministry that couldn’t match my previous six-figure income, I accepted the offer based on trust and a promise. The leader said, “As the ministry grows, I’ll return and take care of you financially.” This promise was made not only to me—but also before God.
Despite this verbal commitment, I sought a greater confirmation. I went to God. I needed His voice. And God spoke clearly:
“Go and grow, or stay and die.”
God’s direction was all the assurance I needed. I trusted that if God gave me a promise, He would fulfill it. As Isaiah 55:11 (KJV) says:
“So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void…”
Once I obeyed God, He breathed on the gifts He placed in me. I brought my experience in music, production, and sound to the ministry. The results were undeniable. The praise and worship team grew from 7 people to a 98-member choir, along with a 9-person audio-visual team. We trained, developed, and cultivated a ministry that flourished.
Then one day, I was called to a meeting with the senior leader. I was hopeful that this was the moment he would honor his word. But instead, he looked me in the eye and said, “I’ve decided not to fulfill the financial commitment I made.”
I was stunned. Hurt. But I said nothing. I stood, walked out, and went straight to God.
“Father,” I said, “You sent me here. You told me to go and grow. You heard what he said. Now what are You going to do?”
You see, I realized that my agreement was never truly with the man—it was with God. And God never fails.
God’s Divine Provision
The Lord responded clearly: “Sell your cars.” I owned a 1966 Super Sport Impala and a Typhoon truck—both rare and valuable vehicles. He told me to sell them and buy a box truck. I hesitated, remembering poor treatment from a previous dealer. But God said, “Go.”
When I arrived at the dealership, a man I’d never met was waiting. He refused to let me leave the lot without placing me in a new truck. That box truck became the foundation for a hotshot furniture moving business, generating $3,000 to $5,000 per week.
When man fails you, but you trust in God’s promises, He will make a way.
Romans 8:27–28 (KJV) says:
“And he that searcheth the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit… And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.”
I was confident that I was called according to God’s purpose. I obeyed His direction, and because my steps were ordered by Him, He backed me up with provision and favor.
What Happened to the Ministry?
That ministry, once vibrant and growing, no longer exists in 2025. It is a powerful reminder of Ecclesiastes 5:5 (KJV):
“Better is it that thou shouldest not vow, than that thou shouldest vow and not pay.”
I never argued or sought revenge. I placed the matter in God’s hands, and He judged righteously.
God uses difficult moments to teach and train us. Even in hardship, there’s always something to glean. Through this process, my faith deepened. My family and I couldn’t return to California—we had burned that bridge. But like Abraham, we obeyed.
Romans 4:17–21 (KJV) tells us:
“…even God, who quickeneth the dead, and calleth those things which be not as though they were. Who against hope believed in hope… being not weak in faith… he staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith… being fully persuaded that, what He had promised, He was able also to perform.”
Abraham believed God’s promise, even when everything around him said otherwise. Likewise, we must trust God in seasons of uncertainty. When we walk in obedience, He brings forth provision, revelation, and victory.
Conclusion
When man fails, God remains faithful. Trust in His promises, obey His voice, and watch Him turn what seemed like defeat into undeniable victory and divine provision.
Key Takeaways
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God’s direction outweighs man’s promises. Always seek confirmation from God before making life decisions.
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Verbal commitments are not always trustworthy. Accountability and documentation are wise and biblical.
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God honors obedience with provision. Even when man fails, God will make a way for those who obey Him.
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Your obedience activates your anointing. When you step where God sends you, your gifts will flourish.
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Trials are training grounds. In hardship, God is teaching, refining, and strengthening your faith.
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God judges righteously. Trust Him with your vindication, and He will settle every unjust matter.
From The Daily Word with Pastor KBN: The Blessings Of Obedience (Part 3), Mar 12, 2025
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