He Is With Us Always

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change, though the mountains shake in the heart of the sea; though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble with its tumult. Even in the midst of a flood and disaster, God is always with us. Floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, and tsunamis, it seems like every few months a natural disaster devastates part of the world.

Not only do natural disasters bring pain, devastation, and death, they remind us just how out of control we are.

We can’t redirect a hurricane, cork a volcano, or still the shaking ground. All we can do is prepare for the worst, and pray for the best.

The good news is God promises to be with us in whatever circumstances we face. As David says in Psalm 23:4, “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me, your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” When we feel scared and out of control, Jesus comforts us and gives us what we need to get through. The Lord has compassion on us, He will not go back on His promise of peace, and His love will not be shaken, no matter how much our world is shaking (Isaiah 54:10). Personal disasters often leave us grappling for control, but as Christians we find solace in the sovereignty of God, knowing that our lives are in His capable hands. Finally, we are called to love and serve one another, especially in times of disaster. Galatians 6:2 instructs, “Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.” Christians should respond to personal disasters by extending hands of help, offering prayers, and providing comfort to those in need. Read that again, we are servants. Don’t forget it.

Take the example of the early Christian community, as depicted in the book of Acts. When a great famine struck the entire Roman world, the believers in Antioch chose to send relief to their brothers living in Judea (Acts 11:27-30). Their collective, compassionate response provides a blueprint for us today, teaching us that disaster response is not just about personal resilience but also about communal solidarity. We need each other.

Personal disasters, whether physical or personal, can be profound opportunities for spiritual growth and community building. As Christians, we are invited to respond with faith, hope, and love. Look beyond the immediacy of your trials, seek comfort in God’s presence, acknowledge His sovereignty, and bear one another’s burdens. In the face of life’s storms, these responses not only sustain us but also fulfill our higher calling as followers of Christ.

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