Comfort
Paul says, “Praise be to the God of all
comfort, Who comforts us in all our
affliction, so that we may be able to comfort
those who are in any affliction, with the comfort
with which we ourselves are comforted
by God.”
1 Corinthians
1:3-4
During tough times we can find comfort in knowing that no
matter what the circumstances, the Lord loves us and cares for us and forgives
us. Jesus was made man when He came to earth as a baby and throughout His life
He felt the emotions that we feel. Hebrews 4:15 tells us, “Jesus understands every weakness of ours,
because He was tempted just as we are, the only difference being He did not
sin.”
How has He comforted you during tough times? Did He send a
friend, or a job, or financial help? Comforting words from someone who had
experienced similar circumstances? Did He lead you to a Bible passage
appropriate to your situation? Did you feel the comfort of His presence and
peace?
Who in your life needs comforting right now? A friend who
has lost a child? The neighbor who lost his job? The child who didn’t get into
the college of choice? Someone whose marriage is going through a difficult
time, or even ending?
Today, thank God for the ways He comforted you, and ask Him
how you can comfort someone in your life, perhaps sharing your experiences
while going through a similar difficult time.
Who are you going to
comfort today, and how?
(I’m also blogging the
A to Z Challenge at Home is Where the Mom Is; A Christian Mom's Guide. Today’s post lists
some of my favorite Chapters in the Bible. Check it out!)
Many times comfort has come to me in the form of patience. Wonderful post.
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You are absolutely right, Jaime! Thank you for your comment!
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