Do you ever wonder what it takes to live a truly blessed life? A life full of joy, fulfillment, and God’s supernatural favor?
Many desire it, but few discover the keys to unlocking it.
In my early walk with God, I struggled to understand His favor. Why did some Christians seem to live in abundance while I faced challenge after challenge? What was I missing?
After hitting rock bottom and crying out to God, He began unveiling powerful truths from His Word. Principles that transformed how I understood His favor.
Soon, the tests turned to testimonies. The trials gave way to miracles. Closed doors became open gates.
As I applied what I learned, everything changed. I began walking in levels of God’s favor I never thought possible!
And you can too.
In this post, I’ll share the 5 life-changing principles I discovered for living in God’s supernatural favor.
Principle 1: Seek God First
Jesus said it clearly:
“Seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”
Matthew 6:33 (NIV)
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God rewards those who put Him first. When you seek His Kingdom above all else, you align with His plans and purposes for your life.
This will usher in His favor. Divine connections, supernatural provision, and blessings beyond your wildest dreams.
But what does it mean to put God first?
It goes beyond Sunday church attendance. Seeking God requires dedicating time to prayer, worship, and studying His Word. It means surrendering your will to His in every decision you make.
As you align your life with His truth, you’ll position yourself to experience the fullness of His amazing favor.
Principle 2: Trust God’s Timing
Human logic tells us faster is better. But God often makes us wait to prepare us for what He has in store.
When I endured year after year of setbacks and job rejections, I doubted whether God heard my prayers at all.
But in hindsight, I can see how He was orchestrating events perfectly behind the scenes. Only when I surrendered my timeline to Him did His favor manifest in my life.
“For the vision is yet for an appointed time…though it tarry, wait for it.”
Habakkuk 2:3 (NKJV)
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Trusting God’s timing requires faith. But those who wait upon the Lord will reap a bountiful harvest of blessings when His favor arrives.
Principle 3: Walk in Obedience
Many Christians pray for blessings while living in disobedience. But that’s not how God’s favor works.
“Blessed are all who fear the Lord, who walk in obedience to him.”
Psalm 128:1 (NIV)
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Obedience is the proof of genuine faith. God entrusts His favor to those who obey His Word wholeheartedly – not selectively.
Understanding this transformed how I approached His commands. As I pursued holiness and surrendered areas I once withheld, I noticed bigger breakthroughs and testimonies unfolding.
Do you want the Lord’s favor? Then walk blamelessly by His Spirit in loving obedience to His Word.
Principle 4: Cultivate Gratitude
Gratitude is potent. It shifts your focus from lack to all God has done. This posture touches God’s heart and activates greater blessings.
I learned this when I was diagnosed with diabetes a few years ago. As fear gripped me, God impressed upon me to give thanks instead of panicking.
To my surprise, supernatural peace flooded my soul. Within a few months, my health was not only restored but better than before!
Gratitude magnifies God’s goodness, releasing His miraculous favor. It’s impossible to stay discouraged when you count your blessings!
Principle 5: Align With God’s Will
Lastly, to live under an open heaven of favor, you must subordinate your dreams to God’s vision for your life.
I sensed early on that business was my calling. But pursuing my own path led nowhere. Only when I surrendered and sought God’s will did things finally accelerate.
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.”
Romans 12:2 (NIV)
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It’s scary giving up control, but nothing compares to the excitement of being directly in the center of God’s favor according to His will.
When you yield yourself fully to Him, you’ll become unstoppable!
15 Bible Verses About The Favor of God
Some key Bible verses about God’s favor include:
1. “You will lie down, with no one to make you afraid, and many will court your favor.” (Job 11:19)
2. “I will look on you with favor and make you fruitful and increase your numbers, and I will keep my covenant with you.” (Leviticus 26:9)
3. “Esther won the favor of everyone who saw her.” (Esther 2:15)
4. “Surely, Lord, you bless the righteous; you surround them with your favor as with a shield.” (Psalm 5:12)
5. “For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime; weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.” (Psalm 30:5)
6. “For the Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord bestows favor and honor; no good thing does he withhold from those whose walk is blameless.” (Psalm 84:11)
7. “For you are their glory and strength, and by your favor you exalt our horn.” (Psalm 89:17)
8. “May the favor of the Lord our God rest on us; establish the work of our hands for us—yes, establish the work of our hands.” (Psalm 90:17)
9. “Remember me, Lord, when you show favor to your people, come to my aid when you save them.” (Psalm 106:4)
10. “Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man.” (Proverbs 3:4)
11. “For those who find me find life and receive favor from the Lord.” (Proverbs 8:35)
12. “Whoever seeks good finds favor, but evil comes to one who searches for it.” (Proverbs 11:27)
13. This is what the Lord says: “In the time of my favor I will answer you, and in the day of salvation I will help you.” (Isaiah 49:8a)
14. “For he says, “In the time of my favor I heard you, and in the day of salvation I helped you.” I tell you, now is the time of God’s favor, now is the day of salvation.” (2 Corinthians 6:2)
15. But he gives us more grace. That is why Scripture says: “God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.” (James 4:6)
Key Takeaways
- Seeking God first in everything aligns you to receive His supernatural favor.
- Trusting God’s timing allows His favor to manifest powerfully at the appointed time.
- Obedience to God’s Word proves your faith and positions you for blessing.
- Cultivating an attitude of gratitude touches God’s heart to release fresh favor.
- Aligning completely with God’s will grants purpose, joy, and favor beyond your wildest dreams!
Are you ready to unlock the fullness of God’s amazing favor over your life? Then it’s time to apply these principles and expect His supernatural blessing!
The choice is yours. Step into the journey of living life under an open heaven!
I encourage you to take a moment and meditate on how powerfully God desires you to walk in His blessings and favor. May your hunger grow and these truths launch you into new realms of possibility.
To living in God’s best—favored, flourishing, and shining His glory!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How can I receive God’s favor?
A. The main ways to receive God’s favor are:
- Seek God first in everything.
- Trust His timing.
- Walk in faith and obedience to His Word.
- Cultivate an attitude of gratitude.
- Align your life fully with God’s will and plan for you.
As you dedicate yourself to pursuing an intimate relationship with Him, you’ll experience more and more of His supernatural favor and blessings.
Q. What are some signs of God’s favor?
A. Some signs of God’s favor include:
- Supernatural peace and joy.
- Increased breakthroughs and testimonies.
- Divine connections and open doors.
- Financial blessing and supernatural provision.
- Accelerated advancement in calling/influence.
- Victory in spiritual warfare/battles.
