Something Wonderful Is About to Happen

Always Believe

A reminder that something wonderful may be closer than you think

Last Sunday after church, something happened that I will never forget.

As I was leaving the sanctuary, a dear sister in Christ and friend approached me with a gift she had been holding onto since December. The moment she placed it in my hands, my knees became weak. I can’t fully explain the feeling — it was as if something deep inside of me already knew what it was.

Right there in front of us was a bench, and I had to sit down.

“You’re going to open it now, aren’t you?” she asked.

“Yes,” I told her, because I already sensed that whatever was inside that wrapping paper was going to mean more than just a gift.

When I opened it, there it was.

A journal.

Tears immediately filled my eyes. My dear friend began to cry too, even though she didn’t fully know why the moment meant so much to me.

Since 2020, journals have appeared throughout my journey stewarding Ja’ja Chews. I’ve never had to purchase one myself. They always seem to arrive at just the right moment — usually when I’m nearing the end of the pages in the previous one — almost like markers of a new season in my walk with God.

But here we were in March of 2026, and I hadn’t received one yet this year.

I even brought it before the Lord during my quiet time.

“Maybe You’re doing something new, Lord,” I thought. “Maybe I’m not supposed to be writing things down anymore.”

For a brief moment, I considered buying one myself. But something in my spirit told me to wait. Every journal along this journey had been given, and I wasn’t ready to change that now.

The week before had been difficult. By Thursday, discouragement had started creeping in. I had sent out my weekly newsletter half-heartedly and quietly wondered if maybe I had run out of things to say.

When you pour your heart into something — whether it’s writing, encouraging others, or building a business like Ja’ja Chews — those thoughts can sometimes find their way in.

But God had other plans.

On Friday, I received a kind message through the Ja’ja Chews website from someone who shared how much they were enjoying the chews and the story behind the brand. Immediately, I felt convicted for allowing doubt to settle into my heart.

It reminded me that I still have something to say.

Then Saturday came.

A supporter sent me a video of her daughter singing “Always On Time.” In the background was an illuminated cross glowing in the sky above her. It was breathtaking.

The only words I could text back were:

“The cross.”

And then Sunday came.

Before I even walked out of church with my new journal in my hands, another beautiful friend and sister stopped me to tell me how much she had been enjoying my blog posts.

Only God could arrange timing like that.

The journal itself was royal blue with gold lettering that read:

“Always believe that something wonderful is about to happen.”

I smiled through my tears when I read those words.

Because that is exactly what I felt God was reminding me of.

Even when the week feels heavy.

Even when discouragement tries to creep in.

Even when you feel uncertain about what’s ahead.

Always believe.

Because sometimes the most meaningful reminders arrive right on time.

A Final Thought

Moments like this remind me that encouragement often comes through the simplest things — a gift, a conversation, or a message arriving exactly when it’s needed most.

Ja’ja Chews was born during a deeply personal season of faith, reflection, and obedience. What started as something small has grown into a journey filled with meaningful connections and shared encouragement along the way.

Every message, every order, and every moment of support reminds me that this story is still being written.

And just like the words written on that journal cover…

Always believe that something wonderful is about to happen.