Flourishing, Not Just Surviving

“The righteous shall flourish like a palm tree, He shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon. 

Those who are planted in the house of the Lord Shall flourish in the courts of our God. 

They shall still bear fruit in old age; They shall be fresh and flourishing.” 

 Psalm 92:12-14 (NKJV) 

God’s desire for your life is not merely survival; it’s flourishing. Psalm 92 vividly depicts the righteous as palm trees and cedars—symbols of resilience, strength, and enduring fruitfulness. However, there’s a divine condition embedded in this promise: “those who are planted in the house of the Lord.” 

Flourishing starts with planting. 

You can’t expect fruit if your roots never stay in one place. In a generation that celebrates mobility, God honors faithfulness—faithfulness to His house, His people, and His process. When you’re planted in a local church and make God’s presence and Word your home soil, you tap into the flow of grace that enables your life to grow in every season—even in drought. 

Regardless of whether the world is in chaos, recession, or uncertainty, the person rooted in God will still bear fruit. 

Jeremiah 17:7–8 (NKJV) echoes this truth: 

“Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, and whose hope is the Lord. For he shall be like a tree planted by the waters, which spreads out its roots by the river, and will not fear when heat comes; but its leaf will be green, and will not be anxious in the year of drought, nor will cease from yielding fruit.” 

Regardless of whether the world is in chaos, recession, or uncertainty, the person rooted in God will still bear fruit. 

But flourishing faith doesn’t come automatically. It’s built, watered, and pruned. Sometimes, even in faith, we face setbacks. You might pray, believe, and not see the results you expected. That doesn’t mean God has failed; it means we keep growing. 

Faith flourishes in humility. 

When things don’t work out as hoped, don’t blame God. Instead, press in. Ask questions. Learn. Grow. The Holy Spirit is not just your Comforter; He’s your Counselor. If something doesn’t go right, talk to Him. He’ll show you where to adjust and how to move forward with greater wisdom. 

Flourishing in faith means learning from failure without quitting. It means staying rooted, staying humble, and remaining open to instruction. It’s not about achieving perfect results; it’s about consistent growth. Embrace the journey, and watch as God helps you flourish! 

Song of Worship 

Flourishing, Thriving 

Song by Jillian Edwards   

Prayer – Father, thank You that Your will for me is to flourish. Help me stay planted in Your house and rooted in Your truth. When my faith feels weak or uncertain, teach me. Guide me by Your Spirit and grow me through every season. I trust You to make me like the palm tree—strong, fruitful, and unshakable. In Jesus’ name, amen. 

Bible in 1 year: Esther 1-2; Acts 5 

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