Read John 16:16-33
“Do you now believe?” Jesus replied. “A time is coming and in fact has come when you will be scattered, each to your own home. You will leave me all alone. Yet I am not alone, for my Father is with me.
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 16:31-33
Dear God,
You never leave us. We are never alone. Even in the darkest hour, the most horrible circumstance or a frustrating season, You are with us. You took our punishment, the cross, bore all sins of the world and gave us peace and an eternity with You. You told us to not be afraid three hundred and sixty-five times in the Bible. No matter what happens, You have already defeated death and won. This world is so full of darkness, anger, rage, sickness, addiction, depression and grief which are tools of the devil trying to control us and make us feel defeated. BUT, You already won! Allow me to focus on all things of You today. The beauty in the world, the blue sky, the soft breeze, the smile of a stranger, the giggle of a child, a hug, a prayer, a newborn baby and laughter are life gifts from You. They bring us peace and joy. They put a smile on our face. They make us feel loved. That is You standing next to us saying, ” Take heart! I have overcome the world.” No matter what circumstance or situation You face today, remember You are never alone. There is peace a breath away. Just ask, receive and remember that the war has already been won. Love wins. Life wins. Take heart, take His hand and walk the path of peach through this troubled world! Thank You, Papa, for Your life, Your death and Your love.
I love You, Papa.
Suggested song: “Take Heart” by Matthew West