Can God's Yes Change in Certain Situations?

As I reflect on God's guidance, I've been wondering if His "yes" can change to fit certain situations. What does it mean to work in times and seasons? Can God's yes change over time?

I recently saw a movie where a lady was stuck in a relationship crisis. She claimed to have sought God's counsel before proceeding, and God seemed to have backed up the relationship. However, when advised to seek God's guidance again, she chose to stick with what God had initially said, rather than what He was saying at the present time.

I've grown to love the scripture in Isaiah 30:21 that says, "Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, 'This is the way; walk in it."' I want to be led by God, and this promise gives me assurance and confidence. However, I've come to realize that the beauty of seeking God's guidance isn't just asking once and for all, but constantly seeking His counsel concerning the same matter.

God's Words Don't Change, But Circumstances Do. I've often thought, "But God doesn't change, and He sees all, so why would He say 'go ahead' and then 'stop'?" However, the story of Samuel anointing Saul and later rejecting him (1 Samuel 15:10-23) shows that God's words don't change concerning a matter, but people and situations can change.

The core of it all is creating an environment where God's word stays relevant. God wants us to stay in His presence to always tell us when to choose a path and if we should go into that path.

I'm currently working on a path where trusting God in each moment is more profitable than just hearing a word and ending the conversation. Yes, God said "yes," but we can always go back to ask if it's still a "yes." The "no" verdict God has given can become a "yes" at a later time. The "go ahead" might become a "pause," and the "stop" might change to a "start."

My sister asked me, "How do you convince the world that God said 'yes' and then 'no'?" But that's not the goal. The goal is aligning ourselves with God's choices and decisions for our lives. Our walk with God is a daily commitment, and God is concerned about how we show up each time.

Do you feel stuck?

If you're stuck due to a choice or decision, you can always go back to God. There is a wide open arms ready to accept us.

Stay Revived!