“Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God.” 2 Corinthians 1:4

There are just times when we all need a shoulder to cry on; someone to understand, a word of encouragement, and comfort to help us run on just a little while longer; my friends our faith in God and His amazing grace will always prevail when we cast every care and concern at the foot of the cross. “Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” 1 Peter 5:7.

God hears the cries of our hearts and knows our hurts; we can take comfort in knowing that He will not allow us to suffer above that which we are able to bear. Scripture reminds us that “A bruised reed shall he not break, and the smoking flax shall he not quench: he shall bring forth judgment unto truth.” Isaiah 42:3. A bruised reed is one that is so thin that it is about to snap at the slightest blow of the wind and a smoking flax is the flame of a lit wick that is so faint and wavering, until it is fading out. But, our Almighty and loving God, will provide the strength and sinew that we need to make it through.

Take heart and even though we all experience the trials and tribulations of this life- as long as we are living there is hope and consolation in God- the apostle Paul wrote these words “We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed; through it all we have the victory, because we have a treasure living within us…that Has all power and He is the God of all comfort “Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God.” 2 Corinthians 1:4

So, if you find yourself on the wayside of life and need a little comfort today…take it to the Lord in prayer, He will lovingly answer your call. “Call unto me and I will answer you in a great and mighty way that thou knowest not.” Jeremiah 33:3.

What a loving and faithful God we serve! He loves, provides, keeps, and even prays for us when we find ourselves lost for words… He will always provide the comfort and peace that we need.  So, hold on to your faith and remember we Have a Comforter who will be with us to the end! “And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever;” John 14:16.

Joseph Scriven wrote these comforting words in the second stanza of What a Friend We Have in Jesus:

Have we trials and temptations?

Is there trouble anywhere?

We should never be discouraged—

Take it to the Lord in prayer.

Can we find a friend so faithful,

Who will all our sorrows share?

Jesus knows our every weakness;

Take it to the Lord in prayer.

God’s amazing grace and comfort be yours today and always.