Because Of The Faithful One

Tuesday, October 6

2 Corinthian 1:5-7 (NKJV)

“For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also abounds through Christ. Now if we are afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is effective for enduring the same sufferings which we also suffer. Or if we are comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation. And our hope for you is steadfast, because we know that as you are partakers of the sufferings, so also you will partake of the consolation.”

Devotion

There is comfort for the hurting, a peace that defies all logic, a love whose strength will never fail, and a mercy that lasts forever. This comes from the God who loves us with all His heart.

The Apostle Paul wrote that when there is suffering, God is faithful to provide comfort, to provide relief. He sent His Son, who is easily touched with the feelings of our infirmities, to reach out to us. He is our High Priest who “is able to save completely those who draw near to God through Him, since He always lives to make intercession for them” (Hebrews 7:25, BSB).

To the weary and burdened, Jesus is the gentle and humble Savior. He says,

“Come unto Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn of Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light” (Matthew 11:28–29).

When we cannot lift our head, go to Him and lean on His faithfulness. He will provide comfort. He will reassure. The One who never sleeps, who tenderly watches over us, is present day and night. His grace is more than enough to carry us through. There is hope for the brokenhearted, for those who mourn, for those who have no hope, and for those who have no strength. Because the Lord is merciful and compassionate, His loving devotion for us will never end.

When days feel like the sun will never rise again, remember that He is still writing our story. Today’s pain will one day become someone else’s hope and comfort because our story will be told that we walked through this river not alone, but by the grace of Christ.

Today's Prayer

Dear Heavenly Father,

I give You my burdens and my broken heart. I hand You the pieces of my life and ask You to put them back together again. You are the God who heals the brokenhearted, who hears the cry of my distress. I make You Lord of my life. Save me and give me peace. In the Name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.

Apply It Today

For those who need strength, you will make it through today. Keep your eyes fixed upon the Savior. You don’t have to “hold on tight” because Jesus has you in the very palm of His hand. He will not let you go. It is time to trust Him, be still, and rest. For those who have recently weathered a storm, be a strong tree to someone still weathering the elements. Your branches will be a momentary shelter. Point them to Jesus.

Resources

• Feeling overlooked or wondering where God is in your circumstances? Watch “Does God Really Care?” and be reminded that He sees you, loves you, and cares deeply.

• Need a reminder that God is near? Read Psalm 34 and meditate on the promise that the Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.