_Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD_
_Sunday, August 30th 2026_
*CHEER UP—VICTORY IS CERTAIN*
_Who against hope believed in hope, that he might become the father of many nations, according to that which was spoken, So shall thy seed be_ *(Romans 4:18)*
There are times when you’ve done everything you know to do and the situation still seems unchanged. You’ve prayed, stood on the Word and applied the counsel given, yet nothing appears different. That’s the moment many are tempted to yield to discouragement. But that should never be your response; faith never gives up.
The Bible tells us that Abraham, against hope, believed in hope. When there was no natural reason to expect a change, he held on to what God had said. That’s the life of faith. You don’t allow circumstances to sway you or cause you to vacillate; you anchor your confidence in the Word.
Never stagger at the Word of God through unbelief just because the change you seek didn’t seem to happen overnight. Rather, be strong in faith giving glory to God, knowing His Word never fails. Stand your ground and win. The Bible says we’re not of them that draw back; we believe till the end: *“Now the just shall live by faith: but if any man draw back, my soul shall have no pleasure in him. But we are not of them who draw back unto perdition; but of them that believe to the saving of the soul”* (Hebrews 10:38-39).
We don’t give up, and we don’t give in. You may find yourself in circumstances that seem resistant or appear unyielding or pressures that suggest you’re at a disadvantage; don’t cower. Hold your ground with the Word. You’re not at the mercy of the conditions or elements of this world; you’re a victor in Christ Jesus.
He already said *“…in all these things we are more than conquerors…”* (Romans 8:37). That’s His Word, and His Word is dependable. It works. But it requires your steadfastness. So lift your head and square your shoulders; refuse to give in to despair. Cheer up; victory is certain: *“...In the Messiah, in Christ, God leads us from place to place in one perpetual victory parade…”* (2 Corinthians 2:14 MSG).
*PRAYER*
_Dear Father, I thank you for the power and immutability of your Word in my life. I stand firm in faith, unshaken by circumstances, holding fast to your Word, knowing that I’m always in victory. Your Word prevails in and through me today, in Jesus’ Name. Amen._
*FURTHER STUDY:*
*Hebrews 10:23* Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)
*James 1:12* Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.
*Romans 4:18-22* Who against hope believed in hope, that he might become the father of many nations, according to that which was spoken, So shall thy seed be. *19* And being not weak in faith, he considered not his own body now dead, when he was about an hundred years old, neither yet the deadness of Sarah's womb: *20* He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God; *21* And being fully persuaded that, what he had promised, he was able also to perform. *22* And therefore it was imputed to him for righteousness.
*1 Year Bible Reading Plan :* 1 Corinthians 14 & Proverbs 3-4
*2 Year Bible Reading Plan :* 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 & Jeremiah 16
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