“Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and 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 1:3-4.

It is quite easy to talk about peace, love, and joy when all things are going great, or we are having mountain top experiences; but way down deep in the valley of trials and tribulations, when things aren’t going just as we assumed …is when the sinew and grace of God must take hold-and comfort us beyond our own finite understanding. “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1.

“It is in the quiet crucible of your personal private sufferings that your noblest dreams are born, and God’s greatest gifts are given in compensation for what you been through.” Wintley Phipps.  God is so gracious that it is during the darkest of times that His love is on its greatest display and praise God…it is then that He teaches us to say, “it is well with my soul.”

God is the Father of all tender mercies, the Great Shepherd of the sheep-our protector, comforter, and lover of our souls. “Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and 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 1:3-4.

My friends, hold on to the hope, comfort, and peace of God’s eternal love, “Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.” John 14:1-2. And He, the LORD, Jesus Christ—is the author and finisher of our faith; in Him we can cast all our cares! “Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” 1 Peter 5:7.

So, whatever our lot-or circumstances are today- God knows, He loves us, and He is closer than the very air that we breathe…rest in the comfort of knowing it is well!

When peace like a river, attendeth my way,

When sorrows like sea billows roll

Whatever my lot, thou hast taught me to say

It is well, it is well, with my soul

Blessings and peace may God cover us all with His tender mercies!