Lord, these are some evil times.

This we know from Your word: there is nothing new under the sun. What has been will be, what has been before will be again. But Lord, the evil we are surrounded by now, I have not witnessed in my lifetime.

Each day seems darker, the lines of right and wrong are not just blurred, they are quickly being erased all together and the results are vile. How low must the depravity of man sink before You say “enough”? We look around us and we can’t help but wonder, “how long”?

Then, we remember Your word. Your word that gives us assurance and promises of a hope and a future.

We have Your assurance that You know all things; nothing that happens is outside Your sight and Your control. We have Your assurance that, even though we are surrounded by evil, Your chosen will not be put to shame. We have Your assurance that while we wait for our forever home, You will be with us and keep us. You will stand guard and allow no evil to harm those who are called by Your name.

We have Your promise of abundance. Abundant mercy to carry us through our trials. Abundant grace to comfort us. Abundant peace to chase away our fears. Abundant power that makes it possible for us to stand firm in the face of our enemies. Abundant love that binds all things together.

Jesus, thank You for shining light in this darkness.

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