The Upper Room Devotional October 26, 2023 Message
The Upper Room Devotional October 26, 2023 , Thursday Message by Cindy M. (Gauteng, South Africa)
TOPIC: Overcoming Fear
TODAY’S READING
Isaiah 41:8-10
Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. – Isaiah 41:10 (NIV)
I was afraid when I first went to boarding school because I had heard nasty stories about boarding-school life. But as our parents dropped my sister and me off at school, my sister said, “Being a first-year student can be hectic. Senior students may give you a hard time. They might even take your belongings without your consent. You are lucky because I will always be there for you.” My sister’s words took away my fear. Knowing that my sister would take care of me brought some relief. How much more encouragement, strength, and comfort can we have in knowing that God is always there, ready to help us?
Isaiah 41:10 assures us that we have nothing to fear and no reason to be dismayed. Although God does not promise us a life free of troubles, God promises to be present, to give us strength, and to uphold us with God’s righteous right hand. And God’s promises are forever. When others try to tear us down and we feel that we cannot overcome, we must remember that God is always with us and will uphold us.
TODAY’S PRAYER
Faithful God, help us always to trust and hold on to your promises even in the face of adversity. Amen.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
God is always near, protecting and upholding me.
PRAYER FOCUS
Students entering a new school
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