God’s peace and
strength can be counted on through the most difficult of times. We see this
through the Bible over and over again. David praises God as he sits surrounded
by his enemies and after the death of his son. Job reminds himself that his
Redeemer lives as he suffers the loss of his loved ones, his wealth and his
health. Jeremiah trusts and praises God in his loneliness and persecution. So
often, they appreciate God in the creation around them.
Let’s remember to soak in God’s love in the
world around us. It was created for you and me. Stop to take in the sights and
sounds surrounding you. Take in the beauty of a lake or the ocean. Smell the
fresh air this spring, after a cleansing rain. Raise your face to the warmth of
the sun and praise your God. Every breath of life is precious. And our Redeemer
lives. Even death won’t take us out of His grasp.
For I am
convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the
present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything
else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is
in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:38-39
Jesus,
Give us Your love and peace as we witness the miraculous and
the mundane surrounding us. Each moment is a gift. Give us Your strength to get
through the most-dire circumstances with the understanding that nothing in all
creation can separate us from You. Nothing, ever.
Amen
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