One Irrefutable Truth in the Midst of Trouble
By Shaun Shuler
Chaos and difficulties have affected our world in ways that a lot of us have never witnessed before. Unemployment, violence, sicknesses, and death are plaguing our planet. All of these can easily lead to fears, doubts and panic attacks. Uncertainty seems to have become the new norm.
Despite the troubles affecting many of our lives, there is one irrefutable truth:
God is with us
“Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your GOD. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with My victorious right hand.”
Isaiah 41:10 NLT
In the Bible, we read of troubles after troubles affecting individuals. These were not just dramatic stories that we read for our entertainment or as a history lesson. GOD gave us these examples for two main reasons. To let us know that troubles will always exist in our world and GOD will always be with us through all of them.
JESUS said,
“I have told you all this so that you may have peace in Me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.”
John 16:33 NLT
In the book of Genesis, we find the story of Joseph. He was betrayed by his brothers and sold off to be a slave in Egypt, and guess what?
GOD was with him!
Joseph was then falsely accused of a crime and thrown into prison, and guess what?
GOD was with him!
In the book of Exodus, we find the story of Moses. GOD called Moses at the burning bush to go to Egypt to deliver the people of Israel. Moses protested and had excuses why he couldn’t do it, but he still went and guess what?
GOD was with him!
In the book of Judges, we find the story of Gideon during a time when the nation of Israel was being oppressed by an enemy. GOD chose Gideon as the one He would use to deliver Israel from this oppressor. Gideon was scared, but he eventually obeyed and guess what?
GOD was with him!
In the books of 1st and 2nd Samuel, we find the story of King David. He had many troubles, from attempts on his life, to having undisciplined sons, in which one raped his half-sister and was killed, another lead a rebellion against David forcing him to leave the palace after which that son was killed. Even with all his troubles, guess what?
GOD was with him!
In the 1st chapter in the book of Jeremiah, we find Jeremiah being called by GOD to preach to the people of Judah. Jeremiah was a young man and made excuses to GOD saying “I can’t speak for You, I am too young!” Jeremiah 1:6. But GOD promises to be with him. Later in the chapter, GOD warns Jeremiah that the people will cause him trouble. But guess what?
GOD was with him!
In the book of Daniel, we find the story of Daniel. He was a captive in a foreign land, refused to obey the order to not pray to GOD. He was thrown in the lion’s den, and guess what?
GOD was with him!
In the Gospels, we find the accounts of the Son of GOD, JESUS, and His disciples. JESUS mentions in the book of John that as a follower of His we will be hated. He also said in the same book that we will have troubles in this world. In the book of Matthew, He gives us a promise, and guess what it is?
JESUS will be with us ALWAYS!
Regardless of what struggles, fears, or hardships you are facing today or what you may encounter tomorrow, put your trust and faith in GOD. He is always by your side. Do you know why He is always by your side?
Because He loves you!
No matter what you are facing today or what may come tomorrow, always remember:
“GOD is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.”
Psalms 46:1 NLT
Most gracious Heavenly FATHER, please be with all of those who are struggling with fears, anxieties, and troubles that are sweeping the globe. Be with those who have been directly affected by loss of job, sickness, or violence, and I ask YOU to perform a great and mighty healing in all nations and shower down from Heaven Your provision and protection to all who need it. For anyone mourning the loss of a loved one, please give them comfort and the peace that passes all understanding as they grieve.
Most of all LORD, I pray during times of panic and fear, that we ALL will realize how much YOU love us. May we understand that we can put our trust in YOU because YOU are good, faithful, and will never let us down. During times of uncertainty may we draw closer to YOU. And may we, as Christians, show the world that the Church is not a building with 4 walls, but it is YOUR people spreading the love of CHRIST to all who we encounter. In JESUS’ name I pray, Amen.
GOD Bless and thank you for visiting. Please leave any comments, questions, prayer requests, or ideas for new topics you’d like for me to discuss in the comment box below.
Check Out More Articles
