Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV)
How abundant are the good things that you have stored up for those who fear you, that you bestow in the sight of all, on those who take refuge in you.Psalm 31:19 (NIV)
In our faith journeys, we will encounter challenges along the way. Instead of faith, fear can dominate. Jesus said, in this world, we will face tribulations, but He assures us to have peace. We are to take courage for He has overcome the world. We see the impossible made possible, what was perceived as a dead-end turned to the path of life and promise. As we turn our worship to Him, His Presence and His peace come to empower us. Out of the brokenness, good things come to pass. Turn our pains to Him and see Jesus' reign.
Father, we rejoice in Your covenantal love for us. Your ways are higher than our ways. Your thoughts are higher than ours. Forgive us in our unbelief. Give us a Kingdom vision for what is eternal. May our hearts be governed by Your truths and Your goodness released. In Jesus name, Amen.
Dong Shing Chiu
