DAILY?READINGS: 2 Kings 6:1-23; Jeremiah 39-40; Hebrews 10:1-18
When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee. Isaiah 43:2
This wonderful text of encouragement and hope does not begin with the word “if,” but rather the word “when”. When we pass through the waters of trials and difficulties, He will be with us, come what may. In the fiery furnace He was there with the three Hebrew men. He stood with the Apostle Paul when others forsook him. He is no fair weather friend. He’ll be with you. He promises, “I will never leave thee nor forsake thee” (Heb. 13:5). Draw near to your Friend who loves you truly, your Helper who is at your side. Talk to Him, confide in Him, and let Him comfort and strengthen you. You will find Him faithful yesterday, today and forever. —Carl Knott
Though the storm clouds darken the sky, o’er the heavenly trail,
I just keep trusting my Lord, He’ll never fail. —J. W. Peterson