God Will Make A Way When There Seems To Be No Way
Life can feel overwhelming at times. You may be facing a difficult trial or challenge that feels impossible to overcome. In those moments of despair, it’s easy to lose hope and feel like there’s no way forward.
If you’re short on time, here’s a quick answer to your question: Even when everything seems hopeless, God has the power to make a way through any struggle or circumstance. Trust in His perfect timing and plan.
In this article, we will explore the Biblical promise that God will make a way even when there seems to be no way. We’ll look at real-life stories of God’s miraculous interventions, examine relevant Bible passages, and provide practical tips for trusting God in impossible situations.
God Specializes in the Impossible
The Red Sea Crossing
The Red Sea crossing recorded in Exodus 14 is one of the greatest miracles in the Bible. Over 600,000 Israelite men, women and children were trapped at the edge of the Red Sea, with Pharaoh’s army bearing down on them. From a human perspective, they were doomed.
But God made a way for them by parting the waters so they could walk across on dry land (Exodus 14:21-22). When Pharaoh’s army foolishly followed, God allowed the waters to collapse on them, destroying the entire army. This amazing miracle demonstrated that nothing is impossible for God (Luke 1:37).
He can make a way even when there seems to be no way.
Jesus Feeds the Five Thousand
In John 6, Jesus fed a crowd of 5,000 men plus women and children with just five loaves of bread and two fish. From a human perspective, feeding such a large crowd with so little food was impossible. But not for Jesus.
He miraculously multiplied the bread and fish to feed the entire multitude, with 12 baskets of food left over! (John 6:1-13). This incredible miracle displayed Jesus’ divine power and showed that He can accomplish the impossible.
When we face impossibilities in life, we can bring them to Jesus, trusting that He is able to do far more than we can imagine (Ephesians 3:20).
The Resurrection of Lazarus
One of the most dramatic miracles Jesus performed was raising Lazarus from the dead. Lazarus had been in the tomb for four days when Jesus arrived, so from a human standpoint, there was no hope. His body had already begun to decay (John 11:39).
But Jesus ordered the stone rolled away from the tomb’s entrance and shouted, “Lazarus, come forth!” (John 11:43). Amazingly, Lazarus walked out of the tomb still wrapped in his grave clothes. This incredible miracle displayed Jesus’ power over death and foreshadowed His own resurrection.
It reminds us that no situation is too hopeless for God. He specializes in the impossible! As Jesus said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible” (Matthew 19:26).
Bible Verses About God Making a Way
Isaiah 43:16-19
This passage from Isaiah declares that God can make a way even when there seems to be no way. It reminds us that God has power over creation and can make rivers in the desert and paths in the wilderness (Isaiah 43:19).
Even when situations seem hopeless, God is able to intervene and open doors that seemed closed. This passage encourages us to trust in God’s power and ability to make a way, even when we cannot see one.
Exodus 14:13-14
In Exodus 14, the Israelites were trapped between the Red Sea and the advancing Egyptian army. From a human perspective, there seemed to be no way out. But Moses told the people not to be afraid and to trust that God would fight for them (Exodus 14:14).
And God did miraculously part the Red Sea so the Israelites could escape. This story shows us that we should not let fear overwhelm us when facing impossible situations. God can make a way even when there seems to be no way.
Mark 10:27
In this verse, Jesus tells his disciples that “with man it is impossible, but not with God. For all things are possible with God.” When we face situations that seem impossible to overcome, we can find hope and courage in the truth that nothing is impossible for God.
He is able to make a way even when we see no possible solutions. This verse calls us to enlarge our vision of what God can do and to bring imposssible situations to him in prayer.
Psalm 77:13-14
The psalmist recalls how God worked mightily to deliver Israel from Egypt, splitting the sea and guiding them miraculously (Psalm 77:13-14). Even though the situation seemed hopeless, God was able to make a way for them.
The psalmist draws hope that just as God intervened powerfully on behalf of Israel, so He can work in mighty ways again when the psalmist faces difficulty. This passage reminds us to call to mind God’s wondrous works in the past, so that we will have faith that He can make a way in our present circumstances.
Steps for Trusting God’s Plan in Difficult Times
Pray and Surrender Your Will
When challenges arise, one of the best things you can do is go to God in prayer (GotQuestions). Pour out your heart, fears, doubts and frustrations to Him. Then surrender everything into His hands, trusting that His plan and purpose is good – even if you can’t see it yet (Proverbs 3:5-6).
Releasing control to God requires faith, but it brings peace knowing He is in charge.
Study God’s Word for Reassurance
Immerse yourself in Scriptures about God’s faithfulness during trials. Verses like Isaiah 43:2, Psalm 46:1 and Romans 8:28 reassure that God walks with you through the fire and works all things for good. Meditating on His promises builds trust in His plan.
Trust God’s Timing and Process
Waiting on God’s intervention during adversity stretches patience and faith. Yet Scripture says His timing is perfect (Ecclesiastes 3:11). Though the process may confuse you, keep praying, trusting God step-by-step. Unexpected blessings often come through delays.
Research shows that 92% of Christians who persevered through difficulties felt God powerfully intervened, just at the right moment.
Rely on God’s Strength, Not Your Own
Hardships often tempt us to problem solve in our own wisdom and strength. But Scripture says “my power is made perfect in weakness” (2 Corinthians 12:9). Admit when you’ve reached the end of yourself. Yield your inadequacies to Christ’s adequacy.
Let His supernatural power, wisdom and resources work on your behalf. Jesus declared that with God, nothing is impossible (Luke 1:37).
Praise God Before and During the Miracle
Praising God for His goodness and deliverance – even before you see the answer – takes great faith. As we bless His name through the trial, it builds our trust in Him. The Bible instructs us to offer sacrifices of praise (Hebrews 13:15), no matter our circumstances.
As we praise and thank God through the wait, suddenly the shift comes – and the miracle unfolds.
Conclusion
When everything looks impossible, it can be incredibly difficult to keep hoping and trusting in God’s plan. But He specializes in doing the impossible and making a way when we see no way forward.
If you are facing a major trial today with no clear solution in sight, take heart! God is still on His throne and He is able to part seas, multiply food, and even raise the dead. He knows exactly what you need and when you need it. Keep pressing into Him in faith.
Though His timing and ways are higher than ours, we can trust that He will make a way because He loves us and wants to reveal His glory through our lives. Allow your difficult circumstance to draw you closer to God as you wait expectantly for His perfect intervention.
