LILY Letter 201: God's Promise of Compensatory Blessings

June 19, 2025

Life has a way of taking unexpected turns, and for many single adults, the thought of starting over after a major loss—whether a divorce, the passing of a spouse, or years of waiting for love—can feel overwhelming. But as Colonel Wesley L. Fox once said, “You are never too old to start over.” In our latest LILY Tube episode, we share a powerful discussion on this very topic, drawing from both personal experience and scriptural promises of restoration. Jeff opens up about one of the most difficult nights of his life—stranded and broke on New Year’s Eve, believing his best years were behind him. But through faith, perseverance, and trust in God's plan, he discovered that God truly does restore what feels lost.

This message is the focus of Jeff’s recent Meridian Magazine article, where he explores how the Lord fulfills His promise in Joel 2:25: “I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten.” Many who have suffered loss feel as though years have been wasted, but as Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin taught, “The Lord compensates the faithful for every loss.” The trials of our past—though painful—are not meaningless. They shape us, refine us, and prepare us for the blessings ahead. The article dives deep into how personal growth, increased faith, and even unexpected opportunities are part of the Lord’s way of restoring our lives in His own time and way.

If you’ve ever felt like it’s too late for you, we invite you to READ How God Restores What the Years Have Taken and WATCH Lost Years, Broken Hearts - Can God Really Fix It? for an uplifting message on how to move forward with faith. Your story isn’t over. No experience is wasted when placed in the Lord’s hands. As a new chapter of life begins, embrace the truth that God is still working in your life, preparing something greater than you can imagine. ????

NEW ON LILY TUBE:

Lost Years, Broken Hearts - Can God Really Fix It?

Feeling like you’ve lost too many years to heartbreak, disappointment, or waiting for love? In this episode of LILY Tube, Jeff & Cathy Teichert share powerful faith-based insights on how God restores what feels lost—even when starting over seems impossible. If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s too late for you, this message will bring hope, healing, and renewed trust in God's plan. ????Watch now!

 

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