Isaiah 40:1 Comfort,
comfort my people, says your God.
It is one of the most
beautiful verses in the Bible and it has helped countless numbers of people
throughout the centuries. It speaks to our hearts, especially when we are going
through hard times, unexpected issues, or disturbing moments. It causes us to
fully depend on God in situations or crises that threaten to overwhelm. When we
read or hear these words being uttered, God is letting us know that He is control
and that our lives are very important to Him.
We tend to think about
comfort as being something that a loving parent will offer a crying child. We
visualize it as a time of consolation between lovers or friends, especially
when disappointment has touched their lives. We also look to our leaders to
provide comfort in times of natural disasters. Their presence allows us to
believe that we can overcome the troubles that beset us; their caring words
enable us to feel better about our ability to endure. All of these examples can
be applied when God seeks to comfort us as His children, friends, and people.
Perhaps you are experiencing
a difficult time right now. Maybe you’re anxious about what lies ahead of you. Perhaps
you are worried about the future, a family member, or an issue that never seems
to go away. Please allow God into that situation, so that He may all of His
love, wisdom, and comfort to help you get through this unsettling time. Let Him
speak words of comfort to your heart; let Him cause His love to overflow your
soul and bring peace to your mind.
Point to ponder
What is my greatest issue
right now? Am I willing to let God comfort me?
Prayer: Lord God, in
moments of stress, pressure, or disappointment we become very human, anxious,
and frail. Fill us with your strength and love; let Your mercy and comfort heal
the hurt within us. Be near to us, so we may receive Your compassion and
wisdom. In Christ’s name, we pray. Amen.
John Stuart is the pastor
of Erin Presbyterian Church in Knoxville,
Tennessee. Come along and join us for worship at 11:00 AM. You will be made
very welcome 😊
Today’s image is one of
John’s drawings called ‘Promise.’ If you would like to view a larger version,
please click this link: Promise.
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