It’s Going to Be Okay: Trusting God When You’re Leading Through the Storm

Jan 28

Have you ever been in prayer, journaling, doing all the “right” things — and then God whispers something simple like, “It’s going to be okay”… and instead of feeling peace, you feel stirred?

That’s what happened to me.

It was early in the morning. My voice was raspy. I had been sick. I was sitting quietly, reflecting and praying, when I sensed God answering my prayers with those familiar words: It’s going to be okay.

And if I’m being honest, that phrase didn’t soothe me. It brought up memories.

Because the last time God told me that, I was walking straight into a storm.

When “It’s Going to Be Okay” Doesn’t Mean Easy

When we hear “it’s going to be okay,” we often want it to mean comfortable, predictable, or resolved quickly. But Scripture reminds us that “okay” doesn’t always mean spared — it means accompanied.

Think of Joseph.

Sold by his brothers. Falsely accused. Thrown into prison. Forgotten. And yet, God was with him every step of the way. Joseph was okay — but only because God never left him. We know the ending of the story, but Joseph didn’t while he was living it.

The real question is this:
Can you trust that you’re okay while you’re still in the middle of it?

Leadership, Attachment, and Trusting God

As a Christian entrepreneur, I’ve shared openly about my own healing journey with an avoidant attachment style. That means I tend to trust myself more than I trust others. When something needs to be done, I do it. When I’m overwhelmed, I push through.

I don’t naturally lean on people — and if you’re a leader or business owner, you probably understand that tension.

But here’s what God has been gently showing me:
Healing doesn’t happen through independence alone. It happens through trust — with God and with others.

A Storm I Didn’t See Coming

Over a decade ago, I went on a missionary trip to Nicaragua. I was also the translator for the team. What should have been a straightforward journey quickly turned into one complication after another.

Our flights were delayed. We missed our connection. Our luggage didn’t arrive. We got into a car accident on the way to the base. I had no clothes. No shoes. Just a borrowed dress and the clunkiest Crocs you can imagine.

And yet… it was okay.

That night, I translated for a pastor in a language that suddenly flowed out of me. Words I didn’t even remember learning came back. The Spirit moved. God showed up.

Looking back, I can see it clearly now. But living it in the moment required trust without clarity.

Leading Through Uncertainty Today

Fast forward to now.

It’s January. There’s sickness. Staffing challenges. Insurance issues. Unexpected absences. Financial questions. Responsibility stacking on responsibility.

And again, I find myself praying, Lord, help.

And again, He says, It’s going to be okay.

I don’t know what the rest of the month will look like. But I know this: God is with us.

And that changes everything.

The Invitation for Christian Entrepreneurs

Trusting God doesn’t remove your responsibility — but it restores your clarity.

It allows you to lead without panic.
To make decisions without rushing.
To stay present even when the outcome is unclear.

Being secure in Christ doesn’t mean the storm stops.
It means you’re not facing it alone.

🕊 Reflection

Ask yourself:

Where am I being asked to trust God right now?
What storm am I trying to control instead of surrender?
What would it look like to believe, “It’s going to be okay,” even if I don’t see how yet?

💛 Final Thought

If you’re walking through uncertainty, leadership pressure, or exhaustion, hear this clearly:
It’s going to be okay — not because everything will go smoothly, but because the Lord is with you.

Secure in Christ.
Steady in Business.
That’s the path forward.