The rain fell and the floods came and the winds blew and slammed against that house and yet it did not fall, for it had been founded on the rock. Matthew 7:25
Though storms are unpleasant and unwanted, it reveals in whom or what we lean on. Just as a tree that has deep roots can survive a violent storm, so the truth is that nothing can see us through but Jesus, He is the Rock to cling to.
This world changes like the tides and the sand but the Rock stands firm amongst it all.
Father, thank You that through the storms You never leave us. You are the rock on which we stand. In Jesus' name, amen.
I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have [perfect] peace and confidence. In the world you have tribulation and trials and distress and frustration; but be of good cheer [take courage; be confident, certain, undaunted]! For I have over come the world. [I have deprived it of power to harm you and have conquered it for you.] John 16:33
The battles rage within, and only You Lord God can quiten the restlessness, fears, anxieties, and questions.
The things we worry about, stress about and busy ourselves with are just distractions for the enemy to deter us from the Lord's cause to win souls and heal hearts.
Worry will not only NEVER change the outcome, it can cloud our mind so that it's hard to hear the Lord's voice and direction as He tries to help us with what we're facing.
God is our Refuge and Strength, a very present and well-proved help in trouble. Psalm 46:1
Hold on ... with bull dog faith.
And relax, God's taking care of it - - - don't you worry about a thing.
Prayer: Our hope lies in You Lord God, drive our hurts and fears away with Your presence and love. Help us to trust in You and look to You and not let the distractions of the world pull us away from You and Your will for us. In Jesus' name I pray, amen.
see also: God Really Does Come Through
