Isaiah 49:13
“Shout for joy, you heavens; rejoice, you earth; burst into song, you mountains! For the Lord comforts his people and will have compassion on his afflicted ones.” Isaiah 49:13 NIV
Like most people, sometimes all that we need are a few kind words and a smile to get me through the day. A little kindness, mixed in with some encouragement, goes a long way. In the busyness of our own activities and careers, it’s nice to be applauded and appreciated once in a while. God is aware of our suffering and He wants His children to discover relief in Him. Our affliction may be self-inflicted or from outside sources. Regardless, His compassion is more than empathy, it is active and far reaching. No matter how deep and severe our wounds, He cares. He comforts the afflicted and afflicts those who are too comfortable. He understands our hurt. He understands our rejection. He understands our humiliation. He understands our fears. Jesus walked through the hurt of humanity on His way to the halleluiahs of heaven. He will never leave us or forsake us. It is for you and others that He lived and died. God is there to comfort our in your time of need. Let His unfailing love and compassion comfort you. Let Him wrap His arms around you and bring you peace. The world attempts to comfort us and keep us content but the only place to find real peace, comfort and compassion is in the Lord. Shout for joy and rejoice because God loves and cares for His people. Pour out your heart in prayer, for the Lord will never forsake you. He will have compassion on you and His unfailing love will comfort you and give you peace. Though we may suffer, our heavenly Father is always there for us with open arms ready to wipe away our tears. Look around you. With eyes of faith, see the little things that serve us every day. Could it be possible that this is God comforting us in our affliction? Of course, if we choose to remain prisoners in our own bodies, in our own worlds, then we may never be able to experience this love. Open your eyes to the small comforts you take for granted each day. We all have needed or will need comfort and compassion at some point or another. The world attempts to keep you content but the only place to find real comfort and compassion is in the Lord. Pour out your heart in prayer and the Lord will give you the comfort and compassion you long for. Perhaps today you need a kind word and a smile from God. Through the grace that Jesus Christ brought into the world, we are given God’s comfort and compassion. Come to Him today with your worries and woes, your problems and pressures. His promises will help you. His love will sustain you!!!
Father thank You for this day and Your amazing grace to walk in it. Lord let Your abundant blessings pour out over my friend and family today. Lord it seems that good times test our faith as powerfully as bad times. Lord any time can be a time for us to question Your presence, Your power, and Your goodness. Lord come to us that we might come to our senses and trust that You are always right there, calling us home. Lord help us to see Your hand holding ours as we travel our path today. Lord use my friend to be a bold witness of Your mercy and grace to all today. Daddy we love You amen. Be a blessing. Love ya !
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