A good friend of mine is going through a difficult season. Yesterday morning in my Quiet Time, I prayed that God would bring to mind a verse that I could send her (and pray for her) that might bring comfort. Nothing came to mind before the kids woke up (signaling the end of my Quiet Time) so over breakfast I asked C if he could think of a verse that might help this sad friend. He thought for a minute and then said
"what about that one about not being sad or afraid and that God is with you"
Right away, I knew the verse he was referring to. A looooooong time ago we memorized:
Isaiah 41:10 - fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with 1my righteous right hand. (ESV)
What a perfect verse and a great reminder that we don't have to be Bible scholars before God can use us to encourage others with His Word. (And that's sure a relief for this momma who bumps up against the limits of her mental capacity on a regular basis :)
Praise God from whom all blessings flow!
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