Author Darlene J. Conard

One quiet night, as I sat in deep prayer, seeking guidance for a challenging situation, a profound message resonated within me. God’s warm presence enveloped me, and in that sacred moment, I heard His voice gently whispering to my heart, “Darlene, I can transform the harm intended by the enemy into something beautiful and good.” This reassurance filled me with a renewed sense of hope, reminding me of the incredible power of divine redemption.

Skip-Bo is one of my all-time favorite games, filled with excitement and strategy. The thrill of the game lies in its challenge, as players can easily become engrossed for hours on end. Each participant meticulously observes their opponent’s every move, analyzing the cards laid down with keen focus. The tension builds as players try to anticipate their rival’s strategy, making every decision critical to achieving victory. I saved my reverse cards to win the game and leave my opponents with a substantial lead in points.

This reminded me of something, “I said, “God, you’ve given me a handful of reverse cards, leaving Satan with a handful of what he meant for me. “He who laughs last, laughs best!”

Daniel found himself cast into the dark, ominous lion’s den, a place of despair and danger. Miraculously, what should have been his demise transformed into a surreal encounter as God intervened, softening the fierce lions into adorable, harmless kittens, leaving Daniel unharmed. Meanwhile, Meshach, Shadrach, and Abednego faced the blazing fury of the fiery furnace, which blazed with relentless intensity. Yet, astonishingly, they emerged from its grasp unscathed, their bodies untouched by flames, and their clothes not even carrying the faintest hint of smoke. Joseph, once a favored son, was brutally sold into slavery by his own brothers, wrongfully accused of a crime he did not commit, and cast into the depths of a cold, dark prison. Yet, in a remarkable turn of fate, he rose to become the trusted right-hand man of Pharaoh, wielding great power and influence. In a tale of poetic justice, Haman, who devised a scheme to hang Mordecai, found himself caught in the very trap he had set, leading to his downfall and the destruction of his household, ensnared in the very noose intended for another.

I encourage you to keep praying wholeheartedly. God has equipped us with powerful reverse cards that can turn the tide in our favor, while our adversary finds themselves overwhelmed, burdened with countless points that can’t lead to victory.

“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28 KJV

Please feel free to share this with anyone you like. My mission is to encourage everyone to wholeheartedly follow our Lord Jesus Christ with all their heart, soul, mind, and strength. © Darlene J. Conard, Vision Ministries 2024. This text may not be republished or used without the author’s written consent. The photograph is AI-generated. Darlene J. Conard is also affiliated with Glory Carrier Ministries.

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