"The Miracle of a Break Through"

Greetings, my friends.

In my own journey, I have learned that breakthrough from God often begins long before we see any visible change in our circumstances.

God has taught me that we are called to celebrate His faithfulness even before we see the answer to our prayers. Celebration is not just a response to what God has done, but an act of faith that prepares our hearts for what He is about to do. When we choose to trust and celebrate God’s promises before the outcome is visible, we are declaring our confidence in His Word.

I want to remind you that God’s love for us never changes, and His Word is filled with promises we can stand on, especially in difficult seasons. Miracles are not a matter of chance, but the fulfillment of God’s promises to His children. 

In January 2013, God challenged me to celebrate as I prepared for our annual account planning session. I obeyed, even though everything around me looked uncertain and chaotic. I brought balloons with words like care, “We can”, Commit, Achieve, anchored with a decorative base, one I still hold today as a memorial to God’s miracle for me.

But as I took that step of faith, God opened the door to the most fulfilling and rewarding assignment of my entire 49-year career. This was not just about being optimistic, but about placing real faith in God's promises, knowing that His Word is greater than any circumstance. God’s instruction to “Celebrate” was an encouragement to believe Him.

Here is the process I have discovered. The process is a simple pattern that has helped me experience His faithfulness time and again: receive, perceive, proclaim, prepare, and then watch God work. 

For example, to receive is to find a promise in God’s Word that speaks directly to your need. For me, this usually occurs while I am reading the Bible. 

In January of 2013, I needed God’s direction, and this is the Scripture promise that came to me. “Who among you fears the LORD and obeys the word of his servant? Let him who walks in the dark, who has not light, trust in the name of the LORD and rely on his God.” Isaiah 50:10-11 - January 9, 2013

To perceive is to meditate on that promise until you can envision it coming to pass in your life—I believe that God is instructing me, and I acted in faith. 

To proclaim is to speak God’s promise over your situation each day, not to persuade God, but to align your heart and actions with His truth. I declared, 'TYJA.” - This is my shorthand for, “Thank You Jesus! Amen.” (so be it).

To prepare is to take practical steps that reflect your faith, such as planning, learning, or seeking new opportunities, so you are ready to receive what God has promised.  The evening before the planning session, I knew and could sense God was with me and acting on my behalf.

As we follow the instructions and guidance of the Holy Spirit who lives in you, God’s promises begin to empower your spirit. They then shape your thoughts, your words, and how you get ready for what’s next.

That is why I brought those balloons and encourage you to celebrate in advance the promises of God to you, because celebration is a powerful expression of faith. 

I am sharing both a personal and practical process: receive God’s promise, meditate on it until you can believe and envision it fulfilled, pray over it, prepare your life for the change, and mark the moment with celebration. As we do this, celebration becomes a lifestyle that keeps our hearts anchored in hope and focused on God's faithfulness, regardless of our circumstances.

I pray that this message encourages you, my friends.  God is faithful to all His promises.

Tony Williams