We are not even halfway into the year, and our nation has already suffered more stress and tribulation than I have ever seen. As if the pandemic was not enough, we are now seeing an insurrection of hatred and violence, and we still have an election ahead of us.
I would imagine that most of you watch the news and, to be honest, I probably absorb a little too much. Some evenings, my mind is so hyped up and distressed with worry that I end up turning and tossing in my sleep. Thank God I can ask him to forgive me and to please flood my mind and heart with his peace.
The Holy Spirit has been given to help guide us and also to bring assurance and contentment. In fact, one of his titles is comforter. Calling on God in times of crisis, whatever the situation may be, is such a blessing for our soul. Psalm 46:1 is a beautiful promise that we can embrace as a secure pillar within our spiritual foundation: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” How encouraging it is to know that we can rest in his endless love and hope when we choose to live in his presence.
Each week I look to the Lord to provide inspirational and positive thoughts within my writing, and I believe we need this now more than ever. I’ve often thought that no one really needs other people repeating how the nation and the world is in such a hopeless condition. We already know there are a lot of bad people on this planet. However, it’s always encouraging and refreshing good news to hear that Jesus gave his life so that all those who would believe in him could be spiritually saved.
If we really want to help make the world a better place, we can use our energy to pray, and we can also become determined to demonstrate the nature and character of Christ in our daily walk. As light drives away the darkness, love drives out hate.