THE CHICKEN HATCH

07/02/25

Daily Devotional

Christian Treasure

Topic: CHALLENGES MAKE YOU, NOT BREAK YOU (The Chick Hatch). Anchor Scripture: “If you faint on the day of adversity, your strength is little.” Proverbs 24:10 KJV.

Welcome to today's Devotional, where we will seize the opportunity to transform life’s challenges into powerful stepping stones. Consider the chick striving to break free from its shell. You might watch it struggle for hours, and as a compassionate observer, you might feel the urge to intervene. But if you rush to break the shell for the chick, you are not helping—it could lead to its demise. This struggle is crucial for its survival, designed by God to fortify it against future challenges.

In the same way, our trials are not obstacles; they are essential for our growth and resilience. The universe serves as our school; each challenge prepares us for the next level of success. Failure to learn from these experiences will only cause us to repeat them. Look at David: before he confronted Goliath, he triumphed over lions and bears. Each victory was a crucial foundation for the next. Always view challenges as opportunities to ascend and thrive.

Those who remain comfortable in their situations will never achieve greatness. Those resistant to correction will find their progress stunted. So, what must you do?

- Change the narrative about yourself. Even if others label you a weakling, refuse to accept that identity.

- Seek mentorship in your areas of interest and expertise.

- Pray for insights and innovative ideas.

- Embrace feedback and corrections—they are vital for your growth.

- Hone your skills relentlessly.

- Remember, this phase will pass.

Involve yourself in your church community; be an active participant in its events. Become a catalyst for change, defy misconceptions about yourself, and push your limits to unlock your true potential. Transform your weaknesses into strengths.

- Cultivate a strong desire to succeed. Don’t linger on past mistakes; learn from them and move forward. Progress demands that you keep your eyes on the path ahead.

- Create value for others. Your worth increases when you contribute meaningfully; mediocrity attracts mediocrity.

If a bad day causes chaos around you, instead of introspection for solutions, you reveal your weaknesses. If every challenge drives you to unhealthy coping mechanisms, it's clear you need to fortify your emotional resilience. Challenges are meant to build you, not break you.

Reflection: Take the time to reflect on this message. Equip yourself with God’s help to view life’s challenges as gateways to greater achievements.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, grant us the grace and strength to recognize and embrace life’s challenges as opportunities for growth and triumph in Jesus' name, amen.

Additional Bible Texts:,:Ephesians 3:20