…do
not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine.
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through
the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you
will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. For I am the Lord your
God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior; Do not be afraid, for I am with you… Isaiah 43:1-3,
5
Happy Friday! We made it through another
work week. I don’t know about you, but I have a lot to be thankful for. Sure,
each day is filled with difficulty. I wake up to the reality that my daughter
is gone and then have to figure out how to live despite that reality. But God
is so good and faithful to walk with me in my grief.
This Bible verse from Isaiah
encourages me that no matter how difficult life is, I can always count on God.
I know that promise intimately. When you’re tempted to be discouraged or be afraid,
remember this verse from Joshua 1:9:
“Have
I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be
discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
My prayer for you today is that
God will strengthen you and fill you with courage. May His comfort surround
you, especially those struggling with chronic illnesses, grief, or
facing family crisis. May you sense His
presence in all that you do.
God bless,
Laura
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