A few days ago, I was wrestling with some issues of the heart, and one of my friends so kindly listened to my out loud processing. She admitted she didn't have any earth shattering advice for me, but she did encourage me to find a verse that might speak to my heart.
I thought it was good advice - great advice, even - but I wasn't sure how to narrow down a whole Bible into one or two verses that fit my situation.
Well wouldn't you just know it? God was way ahead of me on that one. As I scrolled through Facebook that very evening, one of my friends "just so happened" to pose this question: What's your favorite comforting Bible verse?
Perfect, no?
I went through and wrote down every one her friends suggested.
Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from Him. Truly He is my rock and my salvation; He is my fortress; I will not be shaken. My salvation and my honor depend on God; He is my mighty rock, my refuge. Trust in Him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to Him, for God is our refuge." - Psalm 62:5-8
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him and will make your paths straight. - Proverbs 3:5-6
The Lord is my light and my salvation - whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life - of whom shall I be afraid? - Psalm 27:1
But now, this is what the Lord says - He who created you, Jacob, He who formed you, Israel: "Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze." - Isaiah 43:1-2
The Lord will vindicate me; your love, Lord, endures forever - do not abandon the works of your hands. - Psalm 138:8
Come near to God and He will come near to you. - James 4:8
The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing - Psalm 23:1
The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in His love He will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing. - Zephaniah 3:17
I loved it that these verses showed up when I need them the most. I'm in the middle of prepping for some speaking, and that seems to be when I am most vulnerable to little soul attacks. These verses are written down on index cards and tucked in my Bible for moments when I need them most.
In case you're having such a season right now, I pass these words on to you and hope that they bring you a bit of comfort too!!
Much love to all of you!
6 comments:
You are so motivational!
When I was first diagnosed with ovarian cancer, my brother gave me Isaiah41:13 For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says " Do not be afraid, I will help you." This has been my go-to verse for 3.5 years. I even got Isaiah41:13 tattooed on my right wrist. Love it!
Bekah, Recently when I was (still am) going through a rough time - a dear friend (yes, they are a gift!) shared this song with me. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJoABwNMzvM I had never heard it at that point and wow are the words simply powerful! I have now heard on repeat countless times! I pray it blesses you if you choose to listen as well!
Thank you. Just, thank you.
Gaylene
Yes, beautiful!
Tamar - Thank you! :)
Lori - I love Isaiah 41, and that verse is a beautiful one! :)
Tina - Going to check out that song! :) Thank you!
Gaylene - You are welcome!
Allison - :) Agreed!
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