I will not leave you as orphans; I am coming to you. (John 14:18 HCSB)
Sometimes I feel like an orphan in this world. I feel like I am the only one going through my particular situation. I feel like no one understands, no one knows how I feel. I can feel lonely, even when I am surrounded by people. Sometimes we can feel all alone even among those who love us and those we love.
I think everyone feels that sometimes. I see it on people's faces, I hear it in their voices. I know people who struggle with pains, hurts, confusion. Life isn't always easy. Life isn't always happy. Sometimes we just feel alone.
What a wonderful verse in John for all of us who have felt like orphans in a strange world. God has not left us here alone. He is here amongst us when we whole heartedly search for Him. Not only that but He says He has gone ahead of us to prepare for us a home with Him for eternity. A home where there will be no more sadness, or confusion, or grief. Only joy and peace. Someday He will return for us,so that we can live in this place especially prepared for those who love Him for all of eternity.
I don't know about you but that helps me get through those days that just aren't so great. I put my hope in the one who promises He will return for me. The one who promises to direct my path. The one who says He will never leave me or forsake me. The one who has filled His Word with promise after promise for me. And promises for you.
So when you need some hope. When you need to find someone who understands. Go to Gods Word. He will always understand what you are going through. He made you. He loves you. He promises to never leave you as an orphan.
Be strong and courageous; don’t be terrified or afraid of them. For it is the Lord your God who goes with you; He will not leave you or forsake you.” (Deuteronomy 31:6 HCSB)
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding; think about Him in all your ways, and He will guide you on the right paths. (Proverbs 3:5, 6 HCSB)
“Your heart must not be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in Me. In My Father’s house are many dwelling places; if not, I would have told you. I am going away to prepare a place for you. If I go away and prepare a place for you, I will come back and receive you to Myself, so that where I am you may be also. (John 14:1-3 HCSB)
Blessings
