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“These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace.  In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 (NKJV)

The encouragement, conviction, or support that comes from sisters in Christ as I read daily devotionals always seems to be just what I need.  But I know that in my own life, as in many others whom I talk to, there are wells of pain so deep that we cannot share them. Sometimes we feel so alone and overwhelmed.  It is here again that God’s Word shows its living, breathing, comfort as I struggle with situations where I have no control.

I read of Elijah, who confronted Ahab, only to go into a deep depression and hide in the desert–where I so often long to flee. I read of David, who was wounded by the betrayal of his friend, and felt so crushed. Paul had such a falling out with Barnabas that they split ways.  And Job’s ‘friends’ condemned him for hidden sins.  These examples are just a few from God’s Word that remind us life is not always going to be “good.”

There will be periods of hurting so desperate that only time and trust will heal.  No matter how dismal our outlook may appear, Satan cannot take away our salvation nor can he remove us from our Savior’s loving hand.  This is our greatest comfort and our Peace!

“Dear Father, again I lift up my day to You, laying once more at Your feet the burdens that are so heavy to bear.  I praise You that You are going to bring good out of all these situations because I can trust You, and Your love for me.”

For His Glory

Sandy Day
TRBC Women’s Life