Sometimes in this life you have to go through darkness and trouble to get where you need to be. In the scary places, it is hard to remember that we are not alone. But we are never alone, no matter where we are:
The Lord answered, “I myself will go with you. I will lead you.”
Exodus 33:14 Easy-to-Read Version
In the darkest places:
Even if I walk through a valley as dark as the grave,
I will not be afraid of any danger, because you are with me.
Psalm 23:4a Easy-to-Read Version
Having the answers is not essential to living.
What is essential is the sense of God’s presence
during dark seasons of questioning.
Ravi Zacharias
We don’t need answers and explanations as much as we need God’s presence in and through the suffering.
Tullian Tchividjian
In the dangerous places:
When you have troubles, I am with you. When you cross rivers, you will not be hurt. When you walk through fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not hurt you. That’s because I, the Lord, am your God.
Isaiah 43:2-3a Easy-to-Read Version
Never let the presence of a storm cause you to doubt the presence of God. Craig Groeschel
It often takes the darkness of a storm to show us the light of God’s presence. Tony Evans
In the lonely places:
You can be sure that I will be with you always. I will continue with you until the end of time.” Matthew 28:20b Easy-to-Read Version
