Nigeria, Nov. 11 -- Injuries on that Battlefield of New Seasons

One of the most profound and often misunderstood dimensions of entering new seasons is the reality of injuries. Many believers assume that injuries are always signs of failure, carelessness, or spiritual weakness. But Scripture reveals that injuries can be part of God's preparation, part of His breaking process, part of His refining work, and part of His strategy for elevation.

Jacob's injury at Peniel is one of the most powerful illustrations of this truth. The angel dislocated Jacob's hip, yet this injury did not disqualify him. Instead, it marked him, humbled him, and prepared him for his new identity. Not every injury is caused by carelessness. Not every injury is cause...