Friday Fight 241: When Assumptions Become Assassins - The Suffocator of Hopes and Prayers

Every Friday morning, during my quiet time with the Lord, He faithfully places something on my heart that speaks to the subtle, internal battles many of us face. Recently, I sensed God highlighting one of the enemy’s quietest tactics: the power of assumption. This is Friday Fight 241.

How often do we step into a situation already convinced of the outcome? We brace for rejection, disappointment, or failure, not because it’s certain, but because our minds have rehearsed it before. A personal example of this from years ago: I stopped praying for something I deeply desired because I assumed God was saying “no.” I didn’t even realize that assumption had crept into my faith. He wasn’t saying no, instead, “not now.” Months later, God answered in a way I never expected, far beyond what I imagined and with perfect timing. I felt both convicted and comforted. He hadn’t been silent; He was simply waiting for me to surrender again.

When Assumptions Become Assassins: The Suffocator of Hopes and Prayers

Sometimes what steals our faith isn’t failure, it’s what we assume will happen next. We expect history to repeat itself, but the truth is only God knows what tomorrow holds. Assumptions are dangerous because they disguise themselves as wisdom, downplaying the exact desires God himself has placed in our hearts. Assumptions can feel like a mental preparation, but in reality, they can set us up for disappointment. When we try to predict outcomes through our very limited mindset, we inadvertently limit our faith and what we believe God’s power can do.

Assumptions become Assassins by quietly killing dreams, prayers, and trust. They whisper lies in our ears, saying, “It’s not worth hoping again” or “This always happens,” talking us out of bringing our hopes and dreams directly to God. In this season, we are invited to release every false confusion we have rehearsed in our minds and rest in renewed trust.

In Mark 5:35–36, when Jairus was told his daughter had died, everyone around him assumed it was over. But Jesus said, “Don’t be afraid; just have faith.” At that moment, Jesus invited Jairus to silence every assumption and make room for a miracle. The same is true for us. When we trade assumptions for surrender and faith, we create space for God to move freely, unexpectedly, and miraculously.

This week, ask the Holy Spirit to reveal where you’ve assumed outcomes instead of trusting God’s timing and purpose. Repent for the moments where fear disguised itself as logic. Thank God for the opportunity to pray with this new freedom. Then, pray bold prayers once again, ones filled with expectation, not hesitation. Give thanks today that God has carried each of us further than our assumptions ever predicted. Take a deep breath, and let faith breathe again!

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In His Grace,

Pastor Shannon

River Church