Seeing God's Goodness
- Henley Samuel
- Jan 22
- 4 min read
January 22, 2026
Today, let's embrace a powerful truth that can transform how we face every challenge: you will see the goodness of God in the land of the living. This isn't wishful thinking or empty optimism. It's a biblical promise that sustained Joseph through slavery and David through persecution. When you anchor your heart in this truth, you discover an unshakeable confidence that no circumstance can steal.
When Evil Is Turned to Good
Joseph's story reveals something remarkable about God's character. After years of betrayal, slavery, and imprisonment, Joseph could look his brothers in the eye and declare a profound truth:
"As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring it about that many people should be kept alive, as they are today." - Genesis 50:20
The enemy had a plan to destroy Joseph's dreams and derail God's purpose. But what the enemy intended for harm, God transformed into blessing. This is the heart of our Father - He specializes in turning our worst moments into our greatest victories.
Whatever the enemy intends for evil, God can turn for our good.
The same God who elevated Joseph from prisoner to prime minister is working in your situation right now. Your current challenge isn't the end of your story; it's the setup for your breakthrough.
The Foundation of Unshakeable Faith
David understood this principle deeply. In the midst of being hunted by armies and facing impossible odds, he made a declaration that kept him anchored:
"I believe that I shall look upon the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living." - Psalm 27:13
This is what faith truly is - believing in things you haven't yet seen, but knowing with certainty they will come to pass because the God who promised is faithful.
Standing Strong in the Storm
When challenges surround you like an army, remember David's confident declaration:
"The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life - of whom shall I be afraid?" - Psalm 27:1
"Though an army encamp against me, my heart shall not fear; though war arise against me, yet I will be confident." - Psalm 27:3
Your heart doesn't have to fear based on what you see, feel, or experience. Your confidence rests in the unchanging character of God. He is your light in darkness, your salvation in trouble, and your stronghold when everything shakes.
Your Secret Place of Protection
In times of trouble, God becomes your hiding place:
"For he will hide me in his shelter in the day of trouble; he will conceal me under the cover of his tent; he will lift me high upon a rock." - Psalm 27:5
Just as David found protection when Saul pursued him, you have access to the secret place of the Most High. God is your city of refuge, your shelter, your shield. When you run to Him, He covers you and lifts you above every circumstance.
Confident Expectation
The key to walking in victory is confident expectation:
"Wait for and confidently expect the Lord; be strong and let your heart take courage; yes, wait for and confidently expect the Lord." - Psalm 27:14
Don't just hope things might get better - confidently expect God's goodness to manifest in your life. This isn't presumption; it's faith based on His promises. The same God who promised that goodness and mercy will follow you all the days of your life is faithful to perform His word.
Conclusion
Today, anchor your heart in this unshakeable truth: you will see the goodness of God in the land of the living. Whatever challenges you're facing, whatever the enemy has planned against you, God is turning it for your good. Stand strong, be courageous, and confidently expect His goodness to overtake every area of your life.
Reflect on This
In what specific situations do you need to declare that you will see God's goodness in the land of the living?
How can you shift from hoping things might improve to confidently expecting God's goodness to manifest?
Prayer
Heavenly Father, I thank You that I will see Your goodness in the land of the living. What the enemy meant for evil, You are turning for my good. I am confident in Your promises and strong in Your love. You are my light, my salvation, my shelter, and my stronghold. I will not fear because You are with me. I confidently expect Your goodness to overtake every challenge in my life. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Key Takeaways
God specializes in turning what the enemy meant for evil into something good for your benefit.
Faith means believing you will see God's goodness even before you see the evidence.
Your confidence should rest in God's character, not in your circumstances.
God is your secret place of protection and refuge in times of trouble.
Confidently expecting God's goodness is not presumption but biblical faith in action.
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