We are threatened on every side. We see the world around us spinning out of control. We want to understand the situation better, but who can we trust? We see fear and anger on the internet.
Many hope for protection from vaccinations and other health measures. Others fight desperately against compulsory vaccination.
But what is often lurking in the back of our minds? Fear and anger.
But Covid is not the only problem. When we are infected by fear and anger, we often become extremely stressed.
No wonder when we experience depression, bullying and loneliness.
No wonder when the people around us do not think clearly or communicate lovingly.
No wonder when friendly discussions become difficult.
No wonder when we find ourselves in heated debates, even with good friends and our partners.
We are all in a very trying time. Most of us are insecure.
You may feel secure in your faith, and then life hits you hard.
Recently, two very good friends of mine have died.
What is happening in your family, in your church, in your job or in your circle of friends?
Illness, death, unemployment, burnout, arguments, bullying?
No one can cope with this crisis on their own.
I have been weary and emotionally drained lately.
I desperately need help from a loving almighty God.
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters.
He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the LORD forever. Psalm 23 ESV
