The Lord has a way of letting you be in the word at the right place at the right time. These days of the COVID-19 virus are days of panic and fear across America. I have a parable I wrote yesterday that I might send you later today. It is just my thoughts on some of the panic and fear that is taking place around the world. For sure, this virus is to be taken seriously but at the end of the day, we live out of faith and not fear. Consider some of the words of today’s reading. I think they speak for themselves…
“The LORD looks down from heaven; he observes everyone. He gazes on all the inhabitants of the earth from his dwelling place. He forms the hearts of them all; he considers all their works. A king is not saved by a large army; a warrior will not be rescued by great strength. The horse is a false hope for safety; it provides no escape by its great power. But look, the LORD keeps his eye on those who fear him—those who depend on his faithful love to rescue them from death and to keep them alive in famine. We wait for the LORD; he is our help and shield. For our hearts rejoice in him because we trust in his holy name. May your faithful love rest on us, LORD, for we put our hope in you.” 33:13-22
“I sought the LORD, and he answered me and rescued me from all of my fears. Those who look to him are radiant with joy; their faces will never be ashamed. This poor man cried, and the LORD heard him and saved him from all his troubles. The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear him, and rescues them.” 34:4-7
I couldn’t have said it better myself. Keep your eyes on Him and trust Him regardless of your circumstances. Be wise, be vigilant, but fear not.
