Passing Through
When you pass through the waters,
I will be with you;
and when you pass through the rivers,
they will not sweep over you.
When you walk through the fire,
you will not be burned;
the flames will not set you ablaze.
ISAIAH 43:2 NIV
Lord,
When You spoke these words, You said “when” not “if.” You said we will encounter waters, rivers, and fire in our lives. But You also said they are not here to stay. With You, we will pass through them. So we ask today that You help us as we face these challenges.
For those who are passing through the waters, may they feel Your presence with them in an amazing and wonderful way. You parted the waters of the Red Sea so that the children of Israel could walk through on dry land. I ask that You would do the same for those who are facing difficult waters right now.
For those who are passing through the rivers, I ask for Your hand of protection and blessing. You promise that the river will not sweep over them. I ask that You will slow down the current, quiet the stream, and bring a flow of peace in their lives.
For those who are walking through the fire, I ask for Your divine shield to be around them. Keep them safe in Your care in every way. Guard their hearts, protect their minds, and wrap them so tight in Your loving arms that the only warmth they feel is from Your heart.
We know we will have trouble in this world, Lord. You told us that Yourself. But You also told us that we will never face anything alone. Thank You that whatever today may hold, You are more than enough to get us through it. No matter what happens, You have promised that You will be with us and for us every step of the way.
Amen.
Holley Gerth
Writer/Creative Manager
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