As you all know by now, my daily devotional is Jesus Always written by Sarah Young. Her daily devotionals are always uplifting but some days her message is so strong that I feel I must share it. So here is Sarah’s message from this past Monday, October 5, it is quite relevant for today.
I want you to have no fear of bad news. The only way to accomplish this feat is to have a steadfast heart, trusting in Me. There is an abundance of bad news in the world, but you don’t need to be afraid of it. Instead, confidently rely on Me – believe in Me. Find encouragement in my sacrificial death on the cross and My miraculous resurrection. I, your living Savior, am Almighty God! I am sovereign over global events; I am still in control.
When things around you or in the world seem to be spinning out of control, come to Me and pour out your heart. Instead of fretting and fuming, put your energy into praying. Come to Me, not only for comfort but also for direction; I will help you find the way forward. Moreover, I take your prayers into account as I govern your planet – in ways far, far beyond your understanding. Don’t dread bad news, or let it spook you. Instead, keep your heart steadfast and calm through confident trust in Me.
Psalm 112:7 – He will have no fear of bad news; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the Lord.
Isaiah 40:10 – Yes, the Sovereign Lord is coming in power. He will rule with a powerful arm.
Psalm 62:8 – Trust in Him at all times, you people; pour out your heart before Him; God is a refuge for us.
Let us pray:
Dear Heavenly Father:
Thank you for Your presence in my life, and for sharing Your Word with me. In our current world seemingly taken over by constant bad news and so much anger and even hatred, Your presence is an oasis to me of calm and quiet, of peace and comfort. I pray that I will lose all fear of bad news, knowing that You are in charge and in control regardless of what the news and others may say otherwise. Help me to have a steadfast heart, at all times knowing You are with me, protecting me, and showing me the way to the gift of eternal life that You have promised me. Help me to continue to show Your light in my life, and to make the positive difference that I can offer to others searching for answers in our world. I pray to You in the name of Your Holy Son, Jesus Christ. Amen