Have you ever been there? People talking behind your back, spreading rumors or lies to make you look bad? And eventually, you are left standing all by yourself. Everyone's against you.
It hurts the most when it comes from someone you love, doesn't it? I've shed countless tears over such words... words I never imagined would have come from the mouths of my closest friends and family members. And I don't think I'll ever forget it. That place - that building where the most hurtful accusation took place - has become defiled to me. I can't enter it without remembering what was said. I can't see those people without remembering what they said about me.
David got that. Second Samuel 15.30 says, "David walked up the road that led to the
Absalom betrayed David; Judas betrayed Jesus. David and Jesus were hurt by people who were close to them. Just like you and me.
But David had a friend, named Ittai, who said, "I will go wherever you go, no matter what happens - whether it means life or death."
I can't help but think God says the same to us today. "I will go wherever you go... NO MATTER WHAT. I'm not leaving your side. Even if others cast blame and call you names and spread lies about you. I AM HERE."
God is my Shield. When I cry out to Him, He answers. And He remains by my side so that I can have peace.
"I AM HERE... NO MATTER WHAT..."
...Kari Lee
3 comments:
This reminds me of when Jesus said, "And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age." (matthew 28:20) What a comforting feeling! There is no circumstance that can separate me from Him. There have definately been times in my life where I felt that my mistakes had separated me from God. Have you ever felt as if you'd gotten yourself that deep? Understanding God's unconditional love and forgiveness is impossible. I can't even begin to comprehend His ways. And I love that! Thank you Father, you never cease to amaze me!
It's always a great feeling to know someone is with you, no matter what. It's also a good feeling to know that you can be heard or helped in a time of need. reaching out to people makes life easier and more fun. in the time of need, there has to be someone to be there, and it will always be God, right around the corner.
when I am feeling discouraged, it's an awesome feeling to receive comfort from God. but it's also great for us to look for a way to help others. its a good way to worship God by spending more time for others and not yourself.
to whoever reads this: look around for somebody to comfort. there's always somebody who needs some extra love!
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