I Will Not Let Go

I Will Not Let God Go
“I will not let you go unless You bless me.” Genesis 32:26

Now that’s a bold thing to say when we’re locked in a wrestling match — with God, no less!

That’s exactly what Jacob did. God had already promised him blessings — land, family, influence, legacy — the works! But before those blessings showed up in full, Jacob had to go through a long night of struggling. Have you had nights like that? Struggling, I mean. I sure have!

Jacob didn’t give up. Even limping and weary, he clung to God and said, “I will not let You go unless You bless me.” And God did. Because Jacob was persistent, desperate — and ready.

Maybe you’re in your own wrestling season. Maybe you’ve been begging for blessings with a bruised heart, an aching back, or a timeline that feels way too slow. I’ve been there too, friend. You’re in good company.

But here’s the joy of it: God’s blessings are worth the struggle. They come wrapped in lessons, laced with grace, and timed with perfect wisdom. Sometimes we ask, “Lord, why the wrestling?” And His answer is often, “Because I’m building you into someone who can carry what I’m giving you.”

Our “tests” aren’t punishment — they’re preparation. Faith gets stronger, prayer gets deeper, and trust gets stickier when we refuse to let go.

Ephesians 1:3 says, “Praise be to the God… who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ.” Every. Spiritual. Blessing. That’s a whole lot of goodness with your name on it!

So today, instead of resenting the wrestle, let’s rejoice in it. Hang on tight with joyful expectation. God isn’t stingy. He delights in blessing His children. And those blessings? They’re not just for someday — they’re showing up daily, often in unexpected ways.

Take a breath. Whisper a prayer. Maybe even laugh at the irony of wrestling with the One who loves you most.

And then say what Jacob said: “Lord, I’m not letting go. I know You’ve got blessings coming — and I’m here for it!”