Though he slays me, I will hope in him. –
Job 13:15
Do you ever wonder if you’re going to make it? Sometimes difficulties pile up in this life and your soul becomes weary. Perhaps finances are short or relationships become stressful. Maybe you’ve struggled with health issues or lost loved ones. Like someone drowning who reaches for a life ring, you can reach out to your Savior. “Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you” (1 Peter 5:6-7).
Job, as you know, went through the most severe trials, more than most Americans can imagine. In a single day, his sons and daughters were killed and his livelihood was taken away, then his health failed. But he said these faith-filled words, “Though He slays me, I will hope in Him.” The trials and tribulations of this life are temporary.
Even if they remain with you until you die, you still have hope. Jesus is your hope. God is worthy to be praised no matter what is going on in your life. Be still before Him and know He is working things out for the good because you love Him and are called according to His purpose (Romans 8:28).
In your prayers, be confident that no matter what is happening in this nation, or the world, your hope is in God. Bring to Him your concerns and the needs of the citizens and leaders of this country. Thank Him for the good things in your life, for the prayers He has answered, for your future home in heaven, and, most of all, for His steadfast love and merciful forgiveness.
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