In all our sufferings...

There are those moments in life when we feel like we are in the deepest pit surrounded by the heart wrenching feelings of pain. No doubt, in life suffering is inevitable and there is no escape from these occurrences. But as a child of God, we have the comforting thought and truth that we have a heavenly father who sympathizes with us through our sufferings. In all our sorrows His sympathy is there, whether it be pain, temptation,weakness, and disappointment, He knows and understands our situations because He has experienced and felt them all. He was tempted in all points as we are, but without sin  Each burden and pain has once been laid on His shoulders, so however difficult the road is, just know that He truly sympathizes with us and  is so eager to reach out and cover us with his love. So find sweet support in His sympathy and let this unfailing truth strengthen you.

For this reason he had to be made like them, fully human in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, and that he might make atonement for the sins of the people. Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted.           Hebrews 2:17-18

I started my Monday up early running some errands, cleaning, and whatnot. Throughout the whole morning my mind was so consumed with worries and fears. Yes i said it, lately I've been so anxious about things, the small things and even thinking about the future has got my mind all tangled up. Certainly these things can be paralyzing and it really has been for me. In the midst of everything, I just had to stop and escape through   prayer. It is said over and over again, and i will repeat this truth for the billionth time, prayer is powerful, its a transparent dialogue where i can find the greatest safety. Its where i can pour out my heart in unedited fashion. Its an affair where i can come just as I am. Its a time to confess all my worries and fears, a time to adore and thank Him for who he is and what he has done. And i fall into adoration every time, it lifts me out of myself to behold the wonder and beauty of God. I am then reminded that i serve a sovereign God; not one molecule in the universe is out of his control. He has full control of of my life so why should i worry about today or tomorrow. He is a perfect father who truly cares for his children and knows exactly whats best for his beloved. Really grasping that thought is comforting. 

Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication 

with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.        

 Philippians 4:6