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“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for you are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.” Psalm 23:4
Recently a well known news anchor mournfully added to the Coronavirus report for the day these words. “I’m afraid. Everyone is afraid.” My first reaction jumped to “that isn’t true.” But, as I thought about it a bit, I realized that perhaps she was closer to accurate than I had previously considered. In my little world I was not afraid, however, in our country in general maybe fear actually ruled. What made the difference in my thinking?
For the past couple of months I have spent many hours studying in detail the 23rd Psalm. Although it is so familiar to many people, I’m thinking the reality of it escapes most everyone. When Almighty God takes care of every detail of your life and plans out everything for your benefit and His perfect reputation, then how could it be possible to be afraid of tomorrow? No, this is impossible. “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for you are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.” Psalm 23:4 Those who find this “comfort” experience peace in the storm. I want this for you. “…nothing you fear is more powerful than your God.” Jennifer Rothschild
I welcome you to join us on Thursday morning as we discuss Psalm 23:4 and encourage one another in walking peacefully with God through every dark valley of life. To connect with our class online go to discoverybaptist.org and scroll down to Ladies Bible Study. Once you click, you will soon be connected.