Isaiah 41:13 (02-27-09)

For I am the LORD, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.

— Isaiah 41:13 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

Life crashes in and we wish we could be children again and have someone to take care of us and protect us. Into our confused and chaotic world, God's promise comes to us once again. Like a loving parent with a frightened child, God reaches out and takes hold of our hands and comforts us with his precious words: "Don't be afraid. I'm here with you. I will help." Even when he seems distant, the echo of this thought can remind us that we are never alone or forgotten. (cf. Heb. 13:5-6)My Prayer...

Abba Father, whose presence and help are always near, please help me have faith that you are here. I confess that at certain points in my life, you have seemed distant and I have felt alone. Please remind me through your Spirit of your nearness and your care. In my moments of struggle and doubt, please make your presence known. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.

 

[Harold]

Father, at times, when we have lost our focus upon You, it is so easy to feel alone, and miss the fact that You are right there, Your hand outstretched ready to take our hand. Jesus said that we have to become as these children in order to enter the Fathers kingdom, Lord, my prayer today would be that each one of us would take Your hand, look up into Your face, and know without a doubt that we are safe in Your hands. Father, what a beautiful word that is, we have become Your children by the unselfish sacrifice of Your Son, help us to always remember that You are not only our Father, but are always there for us. In Jesus' name, Amen.

 

[Justine]

Father, at times, when we have lost our focus upon You, it is so easy to feel alone, and miss the fact that You are right there, Your hand outstretched ready to take our hand. Jesus said that we have to become as these children in order to enter the Fathers kingdom, Lord, my prayer today would be that each one of us would take Your hand, look up into Your face, and know without a doubt that we are safe in Your hands. Father, what a beautiful word that is, we have become Your children by the unselfish sacrifice of Your Son, help us to always remember that You are not only our Father, but are always there for us. In Jesus' name, Amen.

 

[Rashmi]

Father Lord thank you for all your do in my life. Keep me strong in faith when I begin to lose my way!

 

[K-J]

Father, grant me the wisdom and dedication to never let go of Your hand. Thank You for always reaching, even in times when I have turned away. To You be all honor, glory and praise for Your faithfulness to Your Word. In Jesus' name, Amen.