As I sit here in my home isolated from friends, family, neighbors, and brothers & sisters in Christ, I am reminded of a time years ago when I was in the hospital and in a fearful situation. During that time I would cry out to God and ask him to heal me and help me to get out of that place. I waited and waited for God to respond. Then God gave me his response as clear as a bell. He whispered these words of comfort in my ear…“Be Still and Know that I Am God.”
I still remember that day like it was yesterday and since then those words, which are found in Psalms 46:10, are one of my favorite scriptures. Throughout the entire chapter of Psalm 46, God tells that He is our refuge and strength, an ever present help in times of trouble and we won’t fear because The Lord Almighty is with us!
What comforting words to hear as the whole world is in turmoil. I truly believe that God is using this time to turn the world’s attention to Him.
I have an atheist friend who is happy that our church doors are currently closed. He told me that “At least people aren't getting indoctrinated during the virus shutdown.” My response to him was, “We usually get around 150 coming to church each week, but now that we are streaming online we have around 1,150 each week who get to hear the good news.” Praise God, church!
God knows what He is doing. Remember the Bible tells us in Romans 8:28 that God works ALL things to the good for those who love him and are called according to His purpose. God is the master chess player. He is 10,000+ moves ahead of anyone else and good will come out of this crisis.
The message of His love and forgiveness through Jesus Christ Our Lord will not be stopped. It cannot be stopped. Thank you, Lord! We trust you, Lord! We love you, Lord!
Don’t be discouraged, church! Call that person who has been on your mind. Pray for them! Encourage them! Tell them the good news that God loves them and has not abandoned them, and that He has a plan for them!!! Stay safe in His arms!
Brian Wilkerson
April 2020
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