April 22

All praise to the God and Father of our Master, Jesus the Messiah! Father of all mercy! God of all healing counsel! He comes alongside of us when we go through hard times, and before you know it, he brings alongside someone else who is going through hard times so that we can be there for that person just as God was there for us. We have plenty of hard times that come from following the Messiah, but no more so than the good times of his healing comfort—we get a full measure of that, too”. 2 Corinthians 1:3-5 (MSG)

Our God, Who lifts up the downcast, Who gathers in His arms the worn, the weary and the weak, knows exactly what you need, and when you need it. He has a way of sending a word of encouragement to cheer you up, or cheer you on. Safe arms when you so desperately yearn for them, and someone to walk alongside, to light the way when shadows appear.

In wonder-filled moments and grace-filled days, He will send His ever-present help on wings of love, from His abundant supply, to the place of your greatest need. Just ask, without fear, and know that Jesus is always near—with a word of hope, a hand to hold, strong arms to ease the load. 

Oh, joy of His heart, He will never let you down. God is the Father of all mercy. His healing is available to you in full measure—with great confidence, comfort, and care. Rest assured, dear heart—before you know it, the One Who is walking with you, always by your side, will work it all out in the best possible ways, as only He can do.

Hard times may come, more than we may like, but look for the light, lovely one, in the midst of the hurt and pain. His glorious, healing, light, is breaking through.  A new day is dawning, just for you!

Prayer:

I welcome You today, Jesus, as Healer and Friend. I welcome Your counsel and Your care. I bring my life before You—spirit, soul, and body—mind, will, and emotions, and I ask for Your healing comfort to flood in.

I bless You, Lord, for what You are doing in my life, over every area of my life, and with great joy, and a thankful heart, I receive!

I am so grateful for the full measure of healing that is coming, by Your grace and through Your power, Holy Spirit.  I am thankful for all the help You are sending and all the ways You are sending me to help others, too!

Let it all be for Your good pleasure, Lord, and for the glory of Your Name!