When Promotion Looks Like a Test

Scripture Focus: Genesis 22:1; James 1:12
“After these things, God tested Abraham.” What things? Abraham had just experienced public
honor and peace. Abimelech had praised him, acknowledged God’s favor on his life, and made
a lasting treaty with him. Everything seemed to be going well. His son had arrived, his name
was respected, his life was stable. But right after that came the greatest test of all. God asked
him to offer Isaac.
This is how God often works. Every new level brings new responsibility. The moment we settle
into success, God may invite us into deeper trust. Not because He wants to break us, but
because He wants to build us. Celebrate your victories. Rejoice in your progress. But don’t get
too comfortable. That blessing you just received may be the very thing God will use to grow your
faith. Promotion in the kingdom often looks like a test. Be ready. Stay humble. The next level is
calling.
Prayer:
Lord, thank You for every season of blessing. Help me never to grow complacent but to remain
sensitive and prepared for what You may ask next. I trust You, even when the test is hard. In
Jesus’ name. Amen.
Further Reading: Deuteronomy 8:2; First Peter 1:6 to 7; Romans 5:3 to 4.