Have you ever found yourself waiting for a miracle to come to pass? That pleases God. He wants you to believe in His miraculous power and promises. But have you found yourself hoping, praying, and wondering when—or even if—your breakthrough will come? You’re not alone. People throughout history have waited on God for miraculous healing, provision, and restoration. What, then, do we say when the miracle has yet to come to pass?
Sometimes, the very thing that keeps a miracle from happening isn’t God’s delay—it’s our understanding of how His power works.
The Man Who Waited 38 Years
Picture the man at the Pool of Bethesda. He had been there for 38 years, watching others receive healing when the angel stirred the water.
When Jesus asked him, “Do you want to be healed?” the man didn’t answer the question. He explained why it hadn’t happened yet. He believed in miracles—but his faith was tied to the pool, not to the God of miracles standing right before him.
Then Jesus said something that changed everything: “Stand up, pick up your mat, and walk.” Jesus commanded the man to step out in faith based upon who Jesus was, not the potential of the pool. The focus had changed.
In that moment, divine power went into action. The man obeyed—and what he had waited nearly four decades for happened instantly. No striving. No delay. Just the power of God responding to faith centered upon the God of the miraculous.
The Same Power Lives in You
You might wonder, What does that have to do with me?
After all, Jesus isn’t walking the streets in human form anymore. But when you received Him as Lord, His Spirit came to live inside you. The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead—the one that hovered over the waters of creation—is now living in you (Romans 8:11).
That means miracle-working power isn’t far away—it’s right within you.
When Jesus walked the earth, He could only be in one place at a time. But the Holy Spirit now abides in every believer everywhere. He’s personal, constant, and ready to act on your behalf. The miracle-working power of God didn’t end—it multiplied.
Why People Stop Believing
Still, many people hesitate to believe in miracles for their own lives.
Some think He loves others more when, in fact, that’s impossible. God loves you and the proof is that He sent His Son to be the sacrifice to take away your sin and bring you into His family. “This is real love—not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son as a sacrifice to take away our sins” (1 John 4:10).
Others feel unworthy or disqualified by their past. Imagine how differently things would be if the apostle Paul let his past as Saul disqualify him from God’s love. Don’t concentrate on your failures; concentrate on the immense Love God has for you and the mercy and grace that elevated you to the place you can receive miracles from God. “But God is so rich in mercy, and he loved us so much, that even though we were dead because of our sins, he gave us life when He raised Christ from the dead. (It is only by God’s grace that you have been saved!)” (Ephesians 2:4-5).
And some believe for a miracle but grow weary when nothing seems to change. God’s Word tells you to stay steady; to keep doing what’s right and believing His promises even when the results seem delayed. “And let us not grow weary while doing good” (Galatians 6:9, NKJV).
But here’s the truth: God’s will has never changed.
He is still good. He is still faithful. And He still delights in showing Himself strong for those who trust Him.
Love Is Always the Source
Every miracle flows from one source—the love of God.
It’s not about your worthiness or performance. It’s about His nature. God doesn’t just have love—He is Love. Everything He does springs from that unstoppable force.
Love created the universe. Love sent Jesus to the cross. And that same Love still heals, restores, and provides today.
When you believe that truth, something shifts inside you. Fear begins to fade. Doubt loses its hold. Love takes the lead—and Love always produces results.
God’s love moves. It acts. It releases power. And it makes the impossible possible.
Your Miracle Is Not Out of Reach
Miracles are not rare events reserved for a select few. They are the natural expression of a supernatural God who loves without limit.
The same Jesus who healed the man at Bethesda hasn’t changed. His compassion hasn’t faded. His power hasn’t weakened. His desire to bring wholeness to your life is just as strong today as it was then.
Steps to Receive Your Miracle
There are really only four steps to receive your miracle.
- Step 1: Really believe in your heart that God loves you and wants the best for you.
- Step 2: Make the quality decision, one that you will not let be changed, that you have your miracle.
- Step 3: Speak this belief out loud. Force away from you any thoughts or words to the contrary.
- Step 4: Expect the miracle!
The woman with the issue of blood used these steps. First, she heard about Jesus and His miracle power. Next, she made a decision to receive her miracle. Then, she spoke what she expected to happen. Finally, she put action to her faith and her words. The result was her miraculous healing and wholeness (Mark 5:25-29).
So when you face a situation that looks impossible, remember: God’s miracle-working power is still active. It’s not somewhere distant; it’s within you.
His Spirit still moves. His love still heals. And His Word still carries authority.
The moment you believe that truth, heaven and earth align, and you position yourself to receive your miracle.
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