A Word of Encouragement

Christmas is a season that when we look forward to spending time with family, having meals and parties, exchanging gifts. This year is different for many people.  Due to coronavirus many people need to isolate to protect themselves and loved ones, this can cause one to become discouraged maybe even depressed.  Unfortunately, many have loss loved ones, either due to coronavirus or other reasons.  This just adds another level of heaviness, adding grieving to all that one is dealing with now.

But there is hope! In Isaiah 9:6, The Word prophesied the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ.  Isaiah 9:6 reads “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace”.

We have a loving Father who sent His one and only Son for our salvation, a powerful God who sent His Holy Spirit through Jesus Christ.   His Holy Spirit is an amazing help in times like these. His Spirit provides comfort, joy, and peace to those who allow His Spirit to move freely in them.

The Lord is near to the broken-hearted. Let us focus on Jesus and all the good that The Lord is doing in our lives and try to not focus on all the negative.  This season will pass, let us find comfort and strength in The Lord Jesus Christ during this season. The Lord wants us to rest in Him, to trust Him and be at peace.  

Even in the time of loss, we can find the joy and peace of The Lord.  The Lord hears your cries. My prayer is that you surrender all the fear and pain to Him today and let Him fill you with His joy and peace.  

“Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Romans 15:3

Be encourged today!

Blessings!