Like many other Christians, I am deeply concerned about the direction in which our country has been moving and the speed at which it continues to move. The murder of the unborn, the celebration of every form of sexual immorality, the increase in public acts of violence, perpetual discrimination, sex trafficking, and a rise in religious intolerance certainly tops the list of moral evils over which we should grieve. If the outrage and anger we've witnessed is any indicator of things to come, the future looks bleak. Along with the decay of the moral fabric of our society is the inevitability of opposition to Christ and His church. This rightly leaves believers unsettled in heart and mind. However, so many people scramble to get behind a political leader in order to alleviate fears. Conspiracy theories abound to justify in the minds and hearts of the fearful why they should be fighting for a political solution. However, when fears or concerns rise up in our minds and hearts, what does God call us to do? Thankfully, He has given us all that we need in His word. The Psalms alone provide us with enough encouragement to trust in the God who made the heavens and the earth when everything around us seems bleak. Consider reading the book of Psalms when you feel down, defeated, or overcome by things you cannot control. Look at these words from Psalm 146:3–7:
“Do not put your trust in princes,
Nor in a son of man, in whom there is no help.
His spirit departs, he returns to his earth;
In that very day his plans perish.
Happy is he who has the God of Jacob for his help,
Whose hope is in the Lord his God,
Who made heaven and earth,
The sea, and all that is in them;
Who keeps truth forever,
Who executes justice for the oppressed,
Who gives food to the hungry.
The Lord gives freedom to the prisoners.”
When we are tempted to trust in some particular person, government, or political party to provide deliverance and security, we have a vain hope. The God who made heaven, and earth, the sea and all that is in them, is the One who provides deliverance and security for His people. This God has secured a city that has foundations–a lasting city–for His people (Hebrews 11:10, 16; 13:14). He has, through His own death on the cross and resurrection from the dead, secured victory over our enemies–the world, the flesh, and the devil. He alone provides salvation. He alone atones for our sins. He alone sets the prisoner free. He alone raises us from death to life. He alone is the One in whom we should find our help.
Psalm 46:1-3 God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. ...
Proverbs 18:10 The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run into it and are safe.
Nehemiah 8:10 Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.
Psalm 9:9-10. The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. ...
Philippians 4:19. And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.
It’s hard to make it through life whenever you’re dealing with a difficult situation. You know God is there and you know He is listening, but sometimes you just need a reminder."Cast all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you" (1 Peter 5:7).
In conclusion, getting through a difficult time isn’t always easy, but God has given us His word to make sure we understand His promises. Why walk this journey alone when you can have the one who spoke everything into existence by your side ready and willing to provide for you?
Whether your difficult time lasts a few hours, a few days, or even years due to the current pandemic, I hope you find comfort in the verses I posted today.
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