Faith, Friendship, and Music
How Blessing Offor Found Strength in Hard Times
Singer-songwriter Blessing Offor talked with us about the highs and lows of his career and faith journey. Through moments of doubt and seasons of hardship, Blessing reminds us that sometimes, the only way through is trusting in the gifts God has given us and embracing the support of those around us.
Music is a powerful tool for expressing emotions and connecting with others, and Blessing Blessing’s collaboration on “That’s the Thing About Praise” with Benjamin William Hastings is a perfect example. When asked about the inspiration behind the song, Blessing shared how it came to life unexpectedly. “That song was gifted to me by Ben Hastings and Hank Bentley. They said, ‘Blessing, we’re writing this song, and we just feel like it’s missing an ingredient. Would you come in and help us finish it?’ And I was like, whoa!”
Blessing’s excitement about collaborating with these artists, and his humility in accepting the opportunity, speaks to his deep love for music and the joy he finds in creating. After they finished writing the song, he recalls a memorable moment: “We all went out for burgers and good hangs, and [Hastings] is just the sweetest guy ever. And that song has been an encouragement to me. We felt it in the room.”
When made with heart and faith, music has the power to uplift both the creators and the listeners.
In 2018, Offer shared about a particularly difficult season in 2018, when he struggled professionally and spiritually. Speaking about his raw and honest experience he said, “I felt far from God because I felt like I’d been working at this forever, and I was just like, where are the fruits? Where’s the breakthrough?”
The difficulties weren’t just internal; Blessing also faced practical challenges, such as financial strain. “My friend Tammy in particular, I talk about it all the time. She’s like my sister… I would call her, I’d be like, Tammy, I need your credit card. And she’d be like, ‘Okay.’” Unconditional support from her and others became a lifeline for Blessing, illustrating how God provides for us in unexpected ways—often through the kindness of others.
Despite the challenges, Blessing found comfort in the constant: his love for music. “In the mornings, in the middle of all that, I would wake up and there would still be this burning desire to go to the piano. And I thought to myself, ‘I’m not going to the piano because people are watching’… ‘I’m not going to the piano because anyone cares. They in fact do not right now.’”
Blessing continued to play, even when no one was paying attention, because of his deep passion. It didn’t come from the desire for fame or recognition—instead it rose from what he found in the music itself. “The joy of going to the piano was still as real as anything. And that was what sustained me,” Blessing reflected.
We must press on in faith, even when the outcome is uncertain.
True fulfillment often comes from doing what we love simply because of the internal satisfaction it brings.
Blessing shared how 2018 was a hard time. “And I felt both super far (from God) and super close (to Him). It’s a weird thing. I felt far from God because I felt like I’d been working at this forever, but where’s the fruit? Where’s the breakthrough?”
While praying for a breakthrough, Blessing shared that God had already provided for him in profound ways. “And yet I felt close because He provided me friends like that,” Blessing said, referencing the friends who supported him when he needed it most.
Blessing’s turning point came when he recognized God working behind the scenes, even when he didn’t see the immediate results. “The thing I love to do is the gift He gave me. And that love—man, I’m telling you, if you love what you do, you’re the luckiest person in the world.” That truth specifically helped Blessing stay grounded in his purpose. He used it to remind himself often that God was right there with him every step of the way.
Purpose Over Paycheck
In a culture that often equates success with financial gain, we often need reminders that fulfillment comes from living out our God-given purpose, regardless of material rewards.
Even when we feel far from God, He is closer than we think, often providing for us in ways we don’t immediately recognize. “In that moment, I knew I couldn’t ever stop because nobody was promising me anything,” Blessing said. “I was getting up and doing something because I loved it.”
We hope Blessing’s story challenges you today to pursue what God has placed in your heart with the same dedication and trust.
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