HOPE HELD HIGH

Colossians 3:1-2 (NIV)

“Since, then, you have been raised with CHRIST, set your hearts on things above, where CHRIST is, seated at the right hand of GOD. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.”

Psalm 46:1-2“GOD is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear..”

In some of the most difficult times in life, I’ve learned the power of praying GOD’s words back to Him. After all, the Bible says that His Word is trustworthy. GOD’s Word has the ability and the power to soothe our souls, to refresh our spirits, and cause hope to rise above the uncertainties that surround us. And though our circumstances may not be immediately changed, though our hearts may still sense trouble and our faith feel challenged, we’re reminded through His Word to set our eyes on JESUS. Our Savior is seated at the right hand of GOD. And that’s the best place for us to focus. That’s where we fix our eyes...way above and beyond all of life’s challenges and circumstances. Be assured today, GOD knows the best for us. He has not and will never forget us, and He’s still at work, even through the most difficult of times. Hallelujah!

Let’s pray...

FATHER GOD, You Word reminds us over and over that You are always with us. You tell us not to fear and You draw us close into Your Presence. LORD, You’re the only place we find refuge in the storms that surround us right now. You’re the only place we can find peace and strength. So we ask You for Your words of truth and power to strengthen us in our inner being as we lift our hearts to you. Thank You for Your goodness, thank You that You know the way we should take and you have a great plan for Your people. We look to You today, our Savior and Lord, it’s Your face we seek, it’s Your will we desire...In Your most Holy Name we pray. Amen.

Pastor Wally