A lot is going on right now in our country. There are natural disasters, man caused disasters, wars and war threats, killings and illnesses and even a resurgence of tuberculous and leprosy. Covid is still here. Inflation is at an all-time high. Fentanyl use is off the chart. There are many unusual things happening also.

What are we to make of all of this?

2 Timothy 3:1 But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days. But Jesus said: “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 16:33

If you are feeling fearful or are going through an extreme trial right now there are 3 things that have been helping me. One is I keep my mind on Jesus Christ and the second thing is I remember that it IS well with my soul no matter what’s happening to me. The 3rd thing is the grace of God is there for me! I hold on to these 3 things tightly. It may sound simple but it’s what can help. God has said not to lean on our understanding and that His ways are higher than ours. I can’t control what is going on around me. I am holding on to what I know the scriptures say about all of this. I need to trust God no matter what!

I know there are just some things that I will never understand about suffering, and I NEED TO BE OK WITH THAT! I am holding on to all the times God has helped me in the past during hard times. I’m singing the song “Precious Lord take my hand” and I’m reading the 23rd Psalm a lot.

I know many of you are going through very hard times also and I’m so sorry for your pain. There is so much more I can say about this but, I pray these mere words can bring a little relief in these situations. Hang in there…..with Jesus. Don’t stop praying and asking God for help!

Psalms 23:4 Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

Father God, We pray for all the extreme situations that are going on in people’s lives right now. Some are fearful, confused, depressed, distressed, brokenhearted, and downright discouraged. God, we cry out to you for help and strength. Comfort those who have lost so much especially their loved ones. Please hear our cries. Please help all who are in need. Thank you so much. In Jesus name we pray…Amen