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Dear Children of God,

In these times of uncertainty, it’s easy for fear and anxiety … or maybe boredom … to take over. Each of us have different solutions to navigate these generally unprecedented times. My thought on this is to pray … ask God to help us all respect the differences of opinion among us, see and help those around us who are in need the best we can, and strengthen and protect all of us, especially those in the front-lines – healthcare providers, first responders, scientists, and leaders – who are all gifts from God whom He has provided to get us through this time. Trust God fully and completely to lead us through this time.

Even as we’re unsure of when “normal” will return, Jesus reminds us of the one truth we can all rest assured about. One of Jesus’ good friends, Lazarus, died unexpectedly. In His humanity, we Jesus’ reaction, “Jesus wept. (John 11:35)” But Jesus in His divinity has these words of assurance for Lazarus’ sister Martha, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. (John 11:25-26)” 

Jesus never promises there will be no adversity in our earthly walk of faith. However, He does promise that when this walk is finished, there is still more for all who believe in Him. We shall all live forever with Him and all who believe in Him. Martha trusted Jesus to help her in her grief. You and I can also trust Him in our trials. He is with us always … in His Word when we read and hear it, when we call on Him in prayer, and in our time of worship. Go to Him … trust Him … He will bring you through your fear and anxiety … and your boredom.

                                                                                                In Christ’s Love,

                                                                                        Pastor Jim