The barbarians who saw the viper bite the apostle Paul on the hand were convinced he was a murderer condemned by God. In their minds, Justice would not allow him to live, even though he had just survived a shipwreck.
“They expected him to swell up or suddenly fall dead; but after they had waited a long time and saw nothing unusual happen to him, they changed their minds and said that he was a god.”(Acts 28:6)
Indeed, God does not allow evil to destroy someone for whom He still has great plans.
If Paul had died then, his apostolic mission would have ended prematurely.
The same is true for those who hate or are jealous of us.
When they see us fall into dangerous situations, they think it’s over — that we won’t make it out.
They expect things to get worse, hoping we’ll be crushed completely.
But as long as God still has plans for our lives, no harm can truly overcome us — the poison of evil has no power over us.
This was also the case with Jesus Christ.
When He was arrested, beaten, humiliated, and crucified, many thought it was the end.
Even His own disciples were filled with despair, believing the story had ended at the tomb.
The religious leaders rejoiced, the Roman soldiers guarded His grave, and the mockers claimed that His death proved He wasn’t truly the Son of God.
But on the third day, God raised Him from the dead. Where men saw a tragic ending, God was preparing a glorious beginning — a mighty victory over death, sin, and hell.
What people thought was defeat was actually the path to eternal glory.
So, when your enemies think it’s over for you, God may be preparing your resurrection, your restoration, your breakthrough.
Never lose heart: it’s not over until God says so.
PRAYER:
Our Father in heaven, help us to remain under Your protection wherever we go.
Give us strength to keep our faith even in the midst of trials, remembering that our lives are in Your hands.
In the precious name of Your Son Jesus Christ we pray,
Amen.
Apostle Dr. Jean-Claude SINDAYIGAYA