God With Us

Be encouraged...
In these days of physical and economic darkness, we search for meaning, a way to make sense of the turmoil. It is not as easy to mouth platitudes or to find comfort in anything other than genuine faith.
I have said before the theology of suffering is as much a part of the Christian experience as is prosperity.  In fact, a backwards look into history would reveal suffering occupying a more prominent place. Just as certain is the evidence of God's presence. He is with us in the good times as well as the bad; when we understand and when we don't. Be reminded Friends, GOD IS IN OUR DARKNESS: "We should not assume that if darkness surrounds us the presence of God has somehow left us." ~ Lauren Myers (In the Presence of Grace). Moses was willing to go into the thick darkness where God was (Exodus 20:21). Neither darkness nor light can hinder God. In our worst circumstance, if we look long enough, we will find Him. Jonah, in complete darkness in the belly of the great fish at the bottom of the ocean, cried out and God heard him. DO NOT RUN from the darkness. Run to the One to whom darkness and light both shine as clearest day.
PRAYER FOR TODAY: Father, help us to remember you are everywhere and to find you even in the dark circumstances surrounding us today. We pray for the dying and those who care for them; for the hearts that are broken and those burdened with a sense of hopelessness. We ask you to  be provider, sustainer, and the I Am, in every situation. Amen.