And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted about measure. For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that is might depart from me. And He said unto me, “My grace is sufficient for thee: for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
II Corinthians 12:7-10 (KJV)
The Pandemic has touched all of our lives. It’s created a time of need for most of us. It’s unfamiliar waters for many, and to some…who have lived through other outbreaks, it is somewhat similar to what they’ve seen and witnessed.
Many are wondering, “will this ever end?” Or, “Will we get through this eventually and get back to normal?”
Only God knows that answer. And according to the “experts” we will get through this.
There have been many new drugs along with a new understanding of how this “monster virus” works when it enters the body. The knowledge afforded us, was only through God’s grace and wisdom. Which He gave to discerning scientists and doctors. So Praise God!
God’s word and His promises are prolific, and should be a balm to bathe our souls, in these harrowing times of uncertainty.
I Kings 17:14 (KJV): For thus saith the LORD God of Israel, the barrel of meal shall not waste, neither shall the cruse of oil fail, until the day that the LORD sendeth rain upon the earth.” And she went and did according to the saying of Elijah: and she, and he, and her house, did eat many days. And, the barrel of meal wasted not, neither did the cruse of oil fail, according to the word of the LORD, which He spake by Elijah.
Elijah, was sent to the widow, who was going through desperate times. Not knowing if, and when she’d be able to feed her family.(not unlike the times of today) God used Elijah, to test the widow’s faith…asking her for bread, and water, that she had little of. He instructed her to make cakes for him, and her family. Stating that there would indeed be enough.
Her faith was richly rewarded. The widow was given endless provisions by the LORD, and His promises to provide to those of faith, unwavering in their stand for Him, and His word came to fruition.
The coronavirus has changed a lot, in such a quick period of time. Some have lost loved ones, some have been infected by it, and gone on to recover.
Only one thing is certain.
God’s love, and strength, is an ever present reality for those of faith. His grace is sufficient to help us overcome all things.
How is this possible you may ask?
Because the power of Christ is resting upon us.
And that my brothers and sisters, is a whole lot of Power!!!!