“For they did not gain possession of the land by their own sword, Nor did their own arm save them; But it was Your right hand, Your arm, and the light of Your countenance, Because You favored them.” Psalm 45:4
The favor of God starts and ends with God. You have no control or influence over God. He will do with you as He pleases.
God sees the big picture while you and I look at our immediate needs.
The favor of God comes and goes. It is an instrument of God to crucify you into the death and resurrected life of Christ. It is easy to worship God when all is well but a completely different story when your life is shattered.
What motivates God to favor an individual?
God looks at your heart to determine if you have a sincere desire to live for Him.
God evaluates the strength of your faith and confidence in His promises. Do you walk by faith regardless of the circumstances in your life?
God will not favor you because of your works or abiding in laws.
God will not favor you if you are living in immorality or pursuing evil intentions.
God will test you to determine if you are obedient to His voice. He wants your total obedience without questioning His motives. What makes no sense to you makes perfect sense to God.
Sometimes God removes His favor to determine how committed you will be to Him when your life is upside down.
The bottom line is do you have a heart for God and a zealous desire to seek His will for your life?
Hal Hollister Ministry 