This time of fear of this deadly virus is one of those very difficult experiences in our lives where our Faith in God gives us strength, courage, and hope. We must turn to God in prayer and read Scripture and listen to Christian music. He is our source of comfort. We can trust in Him. He is with us always, He will never forsake us. I need to leave space in my days for quiet contemplation with Him.
For this is God, our God forever and ever; He will be our guide even to death. Psalm 48:14
We are hard pressed on every side, yet not crushed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed. 2 Corinthians: 8-9
We have had to cancel plans, stay separated from our beloved grandkids, other family, and friends; hold up at home, stay home from church, find creative ways to celebrate Easter, Mother’s Day, and birthdays, learn to use Zoom to connect with others, even for doctor visits. But yet we persevere. Thank you, God for the technology available to us so we can Face Time our loved ones, connect often via email and texts. We can check on those who are alone during this time often and cheer them up and make them feel loved, like my 98 year old mother living alone in her home in Iowa. We can take some of those leftovers from all that cooking, and extra baked goods to neighbors who live alone. We can channel our energies toward prayer for those who are alone during this time of social isolation, and for those struggling with financial difficulties due to loss of their jobs and may even be facing hardship for long periods of time. And, we can love our neighbors facing such difficulties with donations of food and money whenever possible. We can give to others as the Origin of Love has taught us.
Prayer: Father God, if we look to you for guidance during this uncertain and frightening period of time, which looks like it may last for sometime, we do not flounder as we know what to do: We shall trust in you; turn to you for comfort, courage, and strength; love and care for others even if from afar, on a daily basis; and contemplate Scripture and meet with you in daily prayer. Let us turn to you for daily guidance!
Connie Barry
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