We have example after example of God's comfort through various events in history. Psalm 23:4, "Your rod and staff, they comfort me." A staff is a wonderful thing to have when walking over hilly or rough terrain. Providing support and leverage. How much more effort is needed without the aid of a staff?
God's staff for our journey in this life is His word. When heartache comes we have God's promise; "Weeping may remain for a night, but rejoicing comes in the morning" (Psalm 30:5). Knowing that these times come doesn't lessen the loss or pain and yet we can take comfort in the knowledge that God is with us and already knows the depth of our sorrow. He alone understands the need we have during these times and He comes to stand with us and be what we need to endure this lonely time.
When our world is rocked by job loss or the new uncertainty of the day and we feel desperate for the times ahead. We have another promise; Jeremiah 29:11- "For I know the plans I have for you....plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future". God has a perfect plan for us and is waiting for us to choose His plan. Still, He doesn't lay out trouble for us, to watch us fall or fail. Rather, what trails come our way lead us to depend on Him for direction and courage to face these days knowing that He does have a plan that is for our benefit.
Choose to know that God loves us and provides us with the only true comfort available, comfort for our heart and soul.
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