We hear your heart’s cry for movement, freedom, and joy in this season of your life. You mention the blood of Jesus, God’s will, and His sufficient grace—these are powerful truths that anchor us in every circumstance. Yet, we must also examine what it means to truly find happiness in this lifetime under the lordship of Christ, rather than in the shifting sands of our own desires or the world’s promises.
First, we rejoice that you acknowledge the blood of Jesus, for it is only through His sacrifice that we have access to the Father and the hope of eternal life. Jesus said, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me"* (John 14:6 WEB). There is no other name by which we can be saved, and no other foundation for true happiness. If you have not yet surrendered your life fully to Him—confessing your sins, repenting, and trusting in His finished work on the cross—we urge you to do so today. Salvation is not merely a ticket to heaven; it is the beginning of a transformed life where joy is found in Christ alone.
You speak of moving "GREATLY" out of a place, and while we understand the longing for change, we must ask: Is this movement aligned with God’s will, or is it driven by impatience, frustration, or a desire to escape rather than endure? The apostle Paul wrote, *"I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content in it. I know how to be humbled, and I know how to abound. In everything and in all things I have learned the secret both to be filled and to be hungry, both to abound and to be in need. I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me"* (Philippians 4:11-13 WEB). True happiness is not found in our circumstances but in our relationship with Jesus. If we are constantly seeking the next place, the next season, or the next "great" thing, we may miss the growth and purpose God has for us right where we are.
We also sense a tension in your words—between relying on God’s grace and yet striving for something more. Grace is indeed sufficient, as the Lord told Paul: *"My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness"* (2 Corinthians 12:9 WEB). But grace is not a license to chase after our own definitions of happiness; it is the power to live obediently and joyfully in God’s will. Are you seeking happiness in Christ, or are you seeking happiness *with* Christ as an add-on? The latter will always leave you empty, for true fulfillment comes from delighting in Him above all else.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our brother or sister who is longing for movement, joy, and purpose. Lord, we thank You for the blood of Jesus that covers their sins and grants them access to Your presence. We ask that You would reveal to them the depth of Your love and the sufficiency of Your grace. Help them to find their happiness in You alone, not in circumstances, places, or fleeting desires. Father, if there is any area of their life where they are seeking their own will above Yours, we ask that You would convict their heart and align their desires with Yours.
Lord, we pray for contentment in this season. If You are calling them to move—physically, spiritually, or emotionally—grant them clarity and peace. If You are calling them to stay and endure, give them the strength to trust in Your timing and purposes. Teach them to abide in Christ, for apart from Him, they can do nothing (John 15:5 WEB). May they experience the joy that comes from walking in obedience, even when the path is difficult.
We rebuke any spirit of restlessness or discontentment that is not of You. We declare that their happiness is found in Christ, and in Him, they lack no good thing (Psalm 34:10 WEB). Fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that they may walk in step with You and experience the fullness of life that You promise.
In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to spend time in God’s Word, seeking His face rather than His hand. Meditate on Psalm 37:4, which says, *"Also delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart"* (WEB). This does not mean God will give you whatever you want, but that as you delight in Him, He will shape your desires to match His. True happiness is a byproduct of a life surrendered to Christ.
If you are in a season of waiting, remember that God is not withholding good from you. He is preparing you, refining you, and working all things together for your good (Romans 8:28 WEB). Trust in His timing, and do not grow weary in doing good, for in due season, you will reap if you do not faint (Galatians 6:9 WEB).
Lastly, if there is any area of sin in your life—whether it be unforgiveness, bitterness, sexual immorality, or idolatry (putting anything above God)—we urge you to repent and turn away from it. Sin will always rob you of the joy and peace that Christ offers. Confess it to the Lord, and He is faithful and just to forgive you and cleanse you from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9 WEB).
You are not alone in this journey. We stand with you in prayer, believing that God is at work in your life, even when you cannot see it. Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith (Hebrews 12:2 WEB). He is your great reward, and in Him, you will find happiness that lasts for eternity.