by Cherrice Mason
The Word:
Comfort, comfort my people, says your God. Every valley shall be raised up, every mountain and hill made low; the rough ground shall become level, the rugged places a plain. Isaiah 40: 1 & 4 (NIV)
The Story:
Being away from my son has been the hardest thing I've ever had to handle. At times, I thought this situation was the result of having disappointed God or committing a terrible sin. I can't tell you how many times I felt bad about myself, isolated, wrestled with bitterness and cared less about anything in life. I believed that the Lord must not love me or he would have blessed me with loving parents, great friends and a good husband.
The Reflection:
One day, my grandmother reminded me the Lord's love is endless, and that life's battles are the Lord’s way of preparing me for what is yet to come. But Lord, why would you take me through such turmoil and strife? But I realized my life doesn't belong to me. Soon, I started to see turmoil as a learning lesson, found peace in Him alone and rested in who He created me to be.
The Application:
I have never been closer and more in love with the Lord than I am today. In spite of my sins and tragedies in my life, I still stand on His promises. I encourage you to draw closer to Him and trust His purpose for your life.
The Prayer:
Lord, I praise you for being there in every step of the way. You've given me strength, fortitude and wisdom to make it through every day. I pray that my purpose in life is to praise you and bless others with the peace you have given me. You are the almighty Jehovah and I will continue to stand on your promises.
