God has given both his promise and his oath. These two things are unchangeable because it is impossible for God to lie. Therefore, we who have fled to him for refuge can have great confidence as we hold to the hope that lies before us. This hope is a strong and trustworthy anchor for our souls. Hebrews 6:18-19 (NLT)
…on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world. John 16:33 (NLT)
Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7 (NLT)
Heavenly Father, we’re seeing and experiencing so much suffering these days as we watch the impact which the coronavirus is having on the world, our communities and our families. As we walk through such challenging times, thank You for Your promise and Your oath which You made on our behalf – that as we take refuge in You – we have hope which is a strong and trustworthy anchor for our souls. Thank You that You are with us, that we’re not weathering this storm alone. Lord, You are no stranger to suffering and You told us that we too would face many trials and sorrows. You understand our pain and have compassion on us. Thank You for what You’ve done to overcome the world. Help us, Lord, during this time, to not worry, but instead come to You in prayer and thankfulness about everything You have done and continue to do for us. Lay Your peace upon us – which exceeds anything we can understand – and guard our hearts and minds as we live in Christ Jesus. In Jesus name, Amen.