God message I'm with you. Make sure you listen till the end
brothers and sisters Life throws us curveballs Sometimes it feels like a constant barrage
Job loss health struggles family troubles in those dark moments Doubt creeps in we question is anyone there does God even care
But today I want to remind you of a powerful truth God whispers a message in the midst of our storms a message that cuts through fear and despair
I'm with you This isn't some New Age platitude. It's etched throughout Scripture a
constant refrain from God in Genesis 15 verse 1 after Abram fears the repercussions of following God's call
The Lord assures him do not be afraid Abram I am your shield your very great reward in Ivy
God isn't distant. He's a shield a protector walking beside us fast forward to Moses
leading a discontented and fearful nation out of Egypt in Exodus 33 verse 14
God declares my presence will go with you and I will give you rest
Even when the Israelites grumbled and faltered God promised his presence wouldn't waver
He wouldn't abandon them in the wilderness This message resonates further in the life of Joshua as
Moses a towering figure passed away Joshua tasked with leading the Israelites into the Promised Land
felt the weight of responsibility but God ever-present Encourages him in Joshua 1 verse 9
Have I not commanded you be strong and courageous? Do not be frightened and do not be dismayed
For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go Fear knocked on Joshua's door, but God reassured him. I'm right here
Think about David facing the giant Goliath Fear could have paralyzed him but in first Samuel 17 verse 37
David declares the Lord who delivered me from the paw of the lion and the paw of the bear will deliver me from
the hand of this Philistine David knew even in facing Giants God would be by his side
The message of God's presence isn't confined to the Old Testament in the New Testament
Jesus embodies this promise. He tells his disciples in Matthew 28 verse 20
Surely I am with you always to the very end of the age
Jesus God incarnate walked alongside humanity Experiencing our struggles firsthand. He didn't leave us alone when he ascended to heaven
His promise remains I'm with you This truth isn't a magic wand that erases problems
But it's a lifeline that throws us a rope when we're drowning. It's a source of strength when we feel weak
It's a reminder that even in the darkest valleys God isn't a distant observer
He's a constant companion So, how do we experience this? I'm with you more deeply by opening our hearts in prayer
By seeking solace in Scripture by surrounding ourselves with a supportive community
By allowing ourselves to feel God's love even when life is hard
Remember God's presence isn't dependent on our circumstances It's a gift freely given. Let's hold on to this truth a beacon in the storm a
Whisper in our hearts. I'm with you It's a message with the power to transform fear into faith
doubt into hope and despair into courage Let us carry the torch of this message into the world a
testament to the unwavering love of our ever-present God