But sometimes, it just seems too much. When all of us have the threat of this corona virus hanging over us, and meeting those who are losing their means of a livelihood, then the reality hits - this is not someting far distant - this is you and me having to weather the storm. (Do scroll down and read the previous 2 posts, if you have come into this for the first time.)
I read some time ago about Sir Francis Chichester, who sailed round the globe single-handed. When his small yacht was faced with a towering wave off the Cape of Good Hope, notoriously dangerous seas where 2 oceans meet, he looked at the wave threatening to overwhelm and eclipse his boat and drown him, and said, "We will go over!" And, indeed, his boat rose up on to the top of the mighty wave and then slid down the other side. He said that instead of this being a terror-filled experience, he was elated - it was exhilirating!
I often think of this when facing a difficult situation. Those who enjoy surfing will know a similar experiece, riding on a wave. And then others dive through a wave! GOD WILL take us through these present difficult times. He, Who walked on water, will always be by our side. Put your hand in His and trust in Him - He is totally reliable!
God is faithful (reliable, trustworthy, and therefore ever true to His promise, and He can be depended on); by Him you were called into companionship and participation with His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. 1 Cor 1:9 (Amplified Bible)
... the Lord is faithful, who will establish you and guard you from the evil one. 4 And we have confidence in the Lord concerning you, .........5 Now may the Lord direct your hearts into the love of God and into the patience of Christ. 2 Thessalonians 3:3-5 (Amp)
SO easy in the last few days to be anxious about the Corona Virus, especially being elderly with underlying conditions but is is worth trusting what God says in the Bible. In this case God is Faithful, worth trusting our lives into His care. Thank you Caro Q for this timely reminder.
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