What About Tomorrow?

“The LORD will give strength unto his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace.” Psalm 29:11

Have you ever felt like everything was collapsing around you, and there was nothing you could do about it? There are a plethora of situations or circumstances in life that can feel like that, from financial woes, health issues, or family troubles to political strife, cultural shifts, and global conflicts. When confronted with any of these (or a host of other things), emotions such as fear, confusion, and despair creep into our lives and threaten to overcome us.

It is during times like these, as the walls of our comfort zones crumble, that we must remember we have a firm foundation upon which to stand. That is the Word of God. God promises to give His people strength to endure. Psalm 46:1 reminds us that “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” The strength we need to endure or overcome obstacles does not come from within us; it comes from God Himself. Isaiah 41:10 records a promise from God. “Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.” If God said it, you can depend upon it!

When that awful feeling begins in the pit of your stomach, and fear starts to escalate within you, remember that God is your salvation. You need not be afraid. Trust Him, for He is your strength, your song, and your salvation! (Isaiah 12:2)

God has a plan for each of us, and He has a plan for this world. There is nothing that can thwart that. Even when everything is disintegrating around you, God’s Word still stands strong, and it will do so forever. (Psalm 119:89) It is the solid rock upon which we can trust and depend. We may not see the answers, but God does. He sees what we cannot – the big picture. In fact, when problematic situations occur, God is often using those to accomplish His will. The knowledge that God is aware and continues to be in control generates peace. Peace of mind. Peace in our hearts. Peace in our lives.

I don’t know about tomorrow; I just live from day to day.
I don’t borrow from it’s sunshine for it’s skies may turn to grey.
I don’t worry o’er the future, for I know what Jesus said.
And today I’ll walk beside Him, for He knows what is ahead.

Many things about tomorrow, I don’t seem to understand
But I know who holds tomorrow, And I know who holds my hand.

(from “I Know Who Holds Tomorrow” by Ira Stanphill)

“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” John 14:27

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Which verse helps you in times of trouble? I’d love for you to share that with me!