As much as
I am sick of the word “coronavirus,” it remains the elephant in the room. I don’t have to explain what’s happening
right now, because everyone is living this reality. School is canceled. Church is cancelled. It seems that our very lives are on hold. Panic has swept the globe and we are locked
in a nightmare. Have we forgotten Who is
in control?
Perhaps
more than ever, we need to fall on our knees and search the Scriptures. So many things have been stripped away. Although there doesn’t seem to be a bright
side, God’s Word offers an eternal hope that can never been destroyed. Whereas the world panics, God calms. Whereas the world fears, God offers
peace. Whereas the world shutters, God
gives a song.
We cannot
control anything, but we know the One who does.
We have a sure foundation – the only
sure foundation. Our anchor is steadfast
and secure. Our hope cannot be
shaken. God’s promises are
unmoving. God’s love is unchanging. If we have Christ, we have everything we need. This is reason to rejoice.
“The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am
helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise
him.” – Psalm 28:7
Following are several verses and songs that have been a blessing and encouragement to me in times of stress. Let's praise the Lord for His eternal hope!
“For God
hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound
mind.” – 2 Timothy 1:7
“And the peace of God, which passeth all
understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” –
Philippians 4:7
“What time
I am afraid, I will trust in thee.” – Psalm 56:3
“Fear thou
not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen
thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my
righteousness.” – Isaiah 41:10
“Yea,
though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil:
for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.” – Psalm 23:4
“What shall
we then say to these things? If God be
for us, who can be against us?” – Romans 8:31
“Rejoicing
in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer;” – Romans 12:12
I was just thinking about this yesterday. When everything around us is changing, it's so comforting to remember that God is our anchor; He's still the same faithful, unchanging God. "Faithful God" and "He Will Hold Me Fast" are two songs I love!
ReplyDelete"He Will Hold Me Fast" is one of my most favorites! Christ the Sure and Steady Anchor (Matt Boswell/Matt Papa) has been a big encouragement to me as well in more recent days. What are some songs you've been especially touched by during this time, Laura?
DeleteWe have so much to be thankful for and so many reason to rejoice!
ReplyDeleteLilly, you are absolutely right! :) What are some things you are thankful for?
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