WALKING IN GOD’S FAVOR – Part 1

What It Really Means and How to Access It

God’s favor is one of the most profound gifts a person can receive. It’s not just a feeling or a lucky break—it’s the tangible evidence of divine approval. When God favors you, He empowers you to do what’s impossible on your own. In this post, we’ll explore what God’s favor truly is, how it works, and how to position yourself to walk in it daily.

 

God’s favor is more than just a blessing—it’s an invitation into a deeper walk with Him. It is God’s demonstrated delight, His divine support, and the tangible evidence of His presence in your life. It is divine kindness and help beyond what you could ever earn; an act of true compassion from God Himself toward needy and undeserving humans. It’s the supernatural ability to do what is humanly impossible, and tangible approval from the Lord (Psalm 84:11, Proverbs 3:1–4)

What Is Favor?

Favor is divine kindness, supernatural help, and God’s demonstrated delight in your life. It’s not something we earn; it’s something He grants—often to those who walk closely with Him.
Favor is God’s way of showing that you have His backing, and that He’s opening doors you couldn’t open on your own.

“The favor of God is the grace that qualifies the unqualified.”

Favor vs. Entitlement

Entitlement expects blessings without surrender. Favor flows from surrender, humility, and obedience. Favor is not about getting everything you want, but being empowered for and becoming everything God has called you to be. God’s favor is not a shortcut or a spiritual privilege pass. It’s grace with purpose.

Biblical Examples & Scriptures:

ü Noah: Gen 6:8 ~ But Noah found grace in the eyes of the Lord.

ü Joseph: Gen 39:21 ~ But the Lord was with Joseph, and shewed him mercy, and gave him favour in the sight of the keeper of the prison.

ü Mary: Luke 1:28 ~ And the angel came in unto her, and said, Hail, thou that art highly favoured, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women.

ü David: 1 Samuel 16:22 ~ And Saul sent to Jesse, saying, Let David, I pray thee, stand before me; for he hath found favour in my sight.

Acts 7:46 ~ Who found favour before God, and desired to find a tabernacle for the God of Jacob.

ü Psalm 84:11 – "No good thing does He withhold from those who walk  uprightly."

“For the Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord bestows favor and honor. No good thing does he withhold from those who walk uprightly.” ~ Psalm 84:11

ü Proverbs 3:1-4 – Favor results from obedience and steadfast love.

“My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments, for length of days and years of life and peace they will add to you. Let not steadfast love and faithfulness forsake you; bind them around your neck; write them on the tablet of your heart. So you will find favor and good success in the sight of God and man.” ~ Proverbs 3:1-4

ü Isaiah 66:2 – God favors the humble and those who tremble at His word.

For all those things hath mine hand made, and all those things have been, saith the Lord: but to this man will I look, even to him that is poor and of a contrite spirit, and trembleth at my word. ~ Isa 66:2

ü 2 Chronicles 16:9 – His favor finds those whose hearts are fully His.

“For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show himself strong on behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward him.” ~ 2 Chronicles 16:9

ü Isaiah 58:11 – God’s favour makes you a spring of water that does not fail.

“And the Lord will guide you continually and satisfy your desire in scorched places and make your bones strong; and you shall be like a watered garden, like a spring of water, whose waters do not fail.” ~ Isaiah 58:11

ü Proverbs 18:22 – Even marriage come as a favor

“He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the Lord.” ~ Proverbs 18:22

ü Psalm 30:5 – God’s favor last forever.

“For his anger is but for a moment, and his favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning.” ~ Psalm 30:5

The importance of Favor in a man’s life

*Overcoming Obstacles: How favor can clear paths that seemed impossible.

   *Accelerated Progress: Achieving goals more quickly or with less struggle.

   *Divine Connections: Meeting the right people at the right time.

   *Provision: Receiving resources, help, or opportunities when needed.

   *Peace and Confidence: The assurance that comes from knowing you are blessed.

   *Fulfillment of Purpose: Favor can position you to walk in your calling more effectively.

A Personal Testimony:

In my second year at university, I encountered God’s favor in a way that changed my life. What should have been impossible became possible, and that moment reminded me that favor is not random—it’s intentional and powerful. It’s how God establishes His plans in our lives.

 

God’s favor is not a lottery you win—it’s a gift you walk in when you’re surrendered, aligned, and faithful. And the good news? It’s available to anyone who will draw near to Him.

God’s favor is not found in chasing blessings, but in chasing Him. In Part 2, we’ll explore how to practically partner with God’s favor—through surrender, stewardship, and faith-filled action.