Favor Fridays with Tony:The Favor of Vision – When God Shows You What’s Next

Tyrone Tony Reed Jr.
May 23
5 min read

There are seasons when the next step feels hidden, the path uncertain, and the passion that once burned inside you has been reduced to a flicker. But even in those dry and doubtful moments, God still speaks. And when He does, it often comes not as a booming command, but as a vision—a glimpse of what’s next.

This week’s Favor Fridays with Tony is for anyone who feels stuck, unsure, or simply exhausted from waiting. It’s a reminder that God still gives vision, and that vision is a form of favor—because it shows He hasn’t forgotten about you.

What Is Vision, and Why Is It Favor?

Vision is more than just an idea—it’s a preview of divine intention. It’s God saying, “This is where I’m taking you,” even if the how, when, and where aren’t clear yet. It’s a heavenly nudge in the fog of uncertainty. And the reason vision is favor is because it means God still trusts you with a glimpse of destiny.

Proverbs 29:18 (MSG) says: “If people can’t see what God is doing, they stumble all over themselves; But when they attend to what he reveals, they are most blessed.”

In other words, vision prevents you from drifting. It anchors your focus. And when God opens your spiritual eyes to see, even a fraction of what’s ahead, that insight carries the power to keep you moving.

Vision also separates distraction from destiny. Favor narrows your focus so that you don’t waste time on things that don’t align with where God is leading you. When you know what’s next, you’re less likely to settle for what’s now.

Biblical Examples of the Favor of Vision

Abraham

Before he was called a father of nations, Abraham was just a man with a word and a direction. God gave him a vision of a future so large he couldn’t count it—stars in the sky, sand on the seashore. And though Abraham didn’t see it all in his lifetime, the vision was favor—it gave him hope, purpose, and movement.

Joseph

Joseph dreamed as a teenager—but his vision didn’t come to pass until decades later, after betrayal, prison, and being forgotten. Still, the vision God gave him sustained him. It was favor that kept him focused when the circumstances screamed otherwise.

Paul

God gave Paul a vision of his calling—and despite shipwrecks, beatings, and constant opposition, Paul’s ability to hold on to that vision drove his purpose and kept him moving through adversity.

Vision does not always guarantee ease. In fact, most of the time, vision is what equips you to endure the opposition. Because when you know what God has shown you, you won’t be easily swayed by what people say about you.

When You Can’t See Clearly

There are moments in life when you can’t see beyond today. The job you wanted didn’t work out. The relationship ended. The plan unraveled. The momentum stopped. And all you have is questions.

But friend, favor doesn’t always look like clarity—it looks like confidence that God is still speaking. And sometimes vision comes in whispers. Sometimes it comes in waves. But it always comes with the grace to keep going.

Maybe God hasn’t shown you the whole picture yet because He’s trying to get you to trust Him in pieces. Vision builds your faith muscle. If God gave you the full blueprint, you might try to skip the process.

How to Recognize Vision as Favor

It brings peace, even when you don’t have all the steps.
It awakens a sense of purpose.
It aligns with God’s Word and character.
It may scare you—but it also excites you.
It won’t let you settle.

Vision pulls you out of complacency and into movement. It doesn’t always tell you the finish line, but it gives you enough light for the next step. Vision is God’s way of saying, “Keep going. I’ve got more for you.”

If You Feel Stuck Right Now

You’re not being punished. You’re being prepared.

Sometimes the reason the vision hasn’t come into full view is because God is still sharpening your character. Other times, He’s simply waiting for the noise to die down so you can hear Him clearly.

God doesn’t reveal vision out of obligation—He reveals vision out of relationship. The closer you walk with Him, the clearer things begin to appear.

Habakkuk 2:2-3 (MSG): “Write what you see. Write it out in big block letters so that it can be read on the run. This vision-message is a witness pointing to what’s coming. It aches for the coming—it can hardly wait! And it doesn’t lie. If it seems slow in coming, wait. It’s on its way. It will come right on time.”

God’s vision is never delayed—it’s always developing.

Reflection Questions

What vision has God given you that you’ve been afraid to revisit?
What’s one area of your life where you’ve stopped dreaming?
Is God nudging you to pick something back up?
Have you written down what He last showed you?
Can you take one step of faith this week, even without the full picture?

Verses, Affirmations & Encouragement

📖 Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)“‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’”

📖 Isaiah 30:21 (NIV)“Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, ‘This is the way; walk in it.’”

🔑 Affirmation:I may not see the full picture, but I trust the One who does. My steps are ordered, and my vision is protected.

🔑 Affirmation:God’s plan for me is unfolding—even in the stillness. I will not rush His timing. I will move with His favor.

💡 Quote:“When God gives vision, He gives it with provision, protection, and purpose. What He shows, He will grow.” — Tyrone Tony Reed Jr.

Final Word

Vision is a gift. It’s a whisper of what could be—a picture of what God is forming even when you feel like nothing is happening.

Don’t despise this season if it feels like all you’re doing is waiting. Vision is often given in stillness. And even if you’ve lost sight for a moment, know this: God hasn’t stopped seeing you.

The favor of vision is still alive in you. Ask God to refresh it. To restore it. To remind you that your purpose isn’t dead—it’s just being refined.

Keep your eyes open, your heart soft, and your faith focused.

Vision is coming. And when it does, it will be worth every step of the journey that got you there.

Closing Note

In my superhero novel series S.O.L.A.D.™: Soldiers of Light Against Darkness™, vision is central to every character’s journey. Whether it’s Angelo™ discovering his calling, or Angeline™ stepping into leadership, each moment of clarity is matched by moments of confusion and trust. Just like us, they’re walking by faith.

If you’re looking for a story that will inspire your faith, remind you of your purpose, and encourage you to fight for the light within you, I invite you to explore the S.O.L.A.D.™ series.

📚 Order your signed copy of Book I or Book II today at: www.tyronetonyreedjr.com/the-shop

Let the vision God placed in you find fuel in a story crafted to remind you: You were born to shine.