Whenever the world looks dark and gloomy, we, who trust in God; have nothing to fear. The news blares about corruption, distress, and divisions. We cannot ignore, that yes; Christians also suffer in this world. Yet, we must remember the truth of the gospel story. Our own life on this earth is but a blink of the eye compared to eternity. Furthermore, we know God is everything that we seek-love, hope, joy, and peace. God fulfills all our needs. He is our refuge and our strength. Whatever trouble that we face, God is our protector. Therefore, I have no fear in life: because high above all the noise surrounding us on earth, God is on His Throne.
Because God is Sovereign, He holds me firmly in His arms of love. Every sorrow, pain or trial I face; God ordained. Certainly, God is not the author of evil; but, He steadies His hand of judgement at times; in order that His Ultimate Plan of Glory will be fulfilled. Whatever we face in this journey, we must remember: this is not my final home! Knowing that truth, changes how I see the trials that I face. Furthermore, I find joy, hope, and comfort here on this earth; even when surrounded by trials; because, I find solace in my time alone with God.
Psalm 46:1-11
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore, will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah. There is a river, the streams whereof shall make glad the city of God, the holy place of the tabernacles of the most High.
God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early. The heathen raged, the kingdoms were moved: he uttered his voice, the earth melted. The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah. Come, behold the works of the Lord, what desolations he hath made in the earth. He maketh wars to cease unto the end of the earth; breaketh the bow, and cutteth the spear in sunder; he burneth the chariot in the fire. Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth. The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.
WHY NO FEAR
Even if I look closely at my life, I don’t know always how things will work out. Throughout the years, trials have been a part of my life. I face challenges of health, finances, and concerns for my children. All of which, drive me to my knees. It is there on my knees that I find strength, hope, and courage to continue. I do not know what tomorrow brings. Neither, do I know what the next minute brings; but, I do know that God is Sovereign over every detail of my life. Because I trust God, I have no fear; no matter what. If He calls me home, what wondrous day that will be. Furthermore, if He takes everything that I own or love; I will still praise Him because of who He is.
My life is in His Hands and I trust Him. God paid the ultimate to buy my salvation. Christ suffered and died to buy my redemption; therefore, I am His. Whatever road He asks me to walk, I will walk with joy; knowing He is beside me.
O Lord, thou art my God; I will exalt thee, I will praise thy name; for thou hast done wonderful things; thy counsels of old are faithfulness and truth. Isaiah 25:1
CONCLUDING TWEETS
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