Darkness to Light (10/19/2025)

Darkness to Light Wellness Journey (10/19/2025)

Scripture Focus: Isaiah 61:7 (KJV)

"For your shame ye shall have double; and for confusion they shall rejoice in their portion: therefore in their land they shall possess the double: everlasting joy shall be unto them."

Notes

The Strength to Fight Through Difficult Times

When life hits hard, it’s easy to believe that the pain or confusion is the end of our story. But Isaiah 61:7 reminds us that God is not finished. He promises restoration double for our trouble. That means the seasons of loss, shame, and struggle are not wasted; they’re being used to strengthen us and prepare us for greater things.

This is not just about waiting for blessings, but fighting through choosing to keep faith, hope, and integrity when everything in us wants to give up. The “fight” isn’t always with fists or words; sometimes it’s getting out of bed when depression weighs heavy, praying through tears, or showing kindness when life feels unfair.

What This Message Means to Me

This scripture reminds me that every trial I’ve faced was not meant to destroy me but to develop me. It teaches me that God can take my broken moments and turn them into blessings that overflow. My pain has purpose, and my endurance has value.

There were times I felt unseen and misunderstood, but Isaiah 61:7 gives me hope that the shame I carried will be replaced with joy, that confusion will turn into clarity, and that my story will end in restoration.

I am reminded that restoration doesn’t mean going back to who I was before the storm; it means being made stronger, wiser, and more whole than ever before. Through faith, I can keep fighting, knowing that God is rewriting my story with victory and peace.

Encouragement for you

You are not weak for struggling. You are strong for staying in the fight. Restoration comes in stages, first the breaking, then the healing, then the rebuilding. God specializes in rebuilding what was broken. Every tear, every trial, and every delay is part of your comeback story.

When you feel like giving up, remember: “Everlasting joy shall be unto them.” Your pain has an expiration date. Your promise does not.

Repeat these Affirmations to yourself

I am restored.

My past pain becomes my present power.

I will not give up, because my joy is on the way.

Thank You for stopping by

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Willie Whitaker 

Chief Adminstrator of 

WRW Online Learning Center 

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Darkness to Light Wellness Journey