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DEAR GOD: You Are The True God Of All Comfort~

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God of ALL Comfort

“Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God.”
–2 Corinthians 1:3-4

The God of All Comfort: Reflecting His Light in Our Lives

2 Corinthians 1:3-4 (KJV) beautifully encapsulates the heart of Christian living: “Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God.”

These verses reveal profound truths about the expectations God has for His children, the transformative light of salvation, and the eternal implications of our spiritual alignment.

God’s Expectations for His Children

God desires a life of faith, obedience, and love from His children. By aligning ourselves with His will and purpose, we walk in the path of righteousness and peace. As Micah 6:8 (KJV) reminds us, “He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the Lord require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?” The Lord calls us to reflect His mercy and light, becoming vessels of His comfort to a hurting world.

The Consequences of Misalignment

Choosing to walk apart from God’s will leads to spiritual depletion. Romans 6:23 (KJV) solemnly states, “For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” Without the guiding light of Christ, our souls face emptiness and separation from God. On the other hand, submitting to His will ushers in abundant life, both here on earth and in eternity.

Steps of Spirituality

  1. Repentance: Turning away from sin and seeking God’s forgiveness (Acts 3:19 KJV).
  2. Faith in Christ: Believing in Him as the Lord and Savior (John 3:16 KJV).
  3. Daily Communion: Praying, reading Scripture, and growing in intimacy with God (Psalm 1:2-3 KJV).
  4. Serving Others: Reflecting God’s love by comforting and helping others in their struggles (Galatians 6:2 KJV).

Light in Believers vs. Non-Believers

For those who accept Christ, His light shines within, illuminating their lives with hope and purpose. Matthew 5:14-16 (KJV) declares, “Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid…Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.”

Conversely, non-believers walk in darkness, often unaware of the spiritual void in their lives (Ephesians 4:18 KJV). Yet, God’s grace and mercy extend an open invitation for all to step into His light.

The Prosperity of Our Souls

3 John 1:2 (KJV) affirms this truth: “Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.” A soul rooted in Christ thrives, bearing the fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23 KJV). In contrast, a soul disconnected from God becomes parched and unfruitful.

Reflective Questions

  1. In what ways has God’s comfort strengthened you during trials?
  2. How can you be a source of comfort to others?
  3. Are there areas in your life where you need to realign with God’s will?
  4. What steps can you take today to grow spiritually and reflect His light?

Meditative Scripture of the Day

“Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.” –
Psalm 119:105 (KJV)

Closing Prayer

“Heavenly Father, we thank You for being the God of all comfort. Help us to align our lives with Your will, reflect Your light, and be a source of comfort to others. Prosper our souls and draw us closer to You each day. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

God Bless You All~

God of All Comfort

DEAR GOD: I’m Listening—

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The “voice” of the Lord is clear and apparent to those who “hear” it.  It’s a sheer delight to serve the Lord in all facets of our lives.  When we commit ourselves to Him, our paths become a vestige of honor to Him and all that it applies.  His voice reverberates to those with ears to hear, consider these very words: “Commit your works to the Lord, and your thoughts will be established…” Proverbs, 16:3 (NKJV). 

How do we commit our works to the Lord? There are many ways to do so.  Do not merely ask Him to bless what we’ve already done…Instead, commit ourselves and our plans to Him before, during, and after we have done our work. The trust, the commitment and the acknowledgement are all forefronts to our vital plan.  His ways, His thoughts, His actions…translate to “ask Him, trust Him, embrace Him, and acknowledge Him.”  When you do so consequences of all good things will transpire.

Consider a “budding rose.”  The bud is tiny at first.  Eventually, through care, love, and commitment it grows into a beautiful thing… much like our love and relationship with the Lord.  The more effort and time we put into the Lord, the more significant it becomes.  The deeper and more profound it gets.

But now, O Lord, You are our Father; we are the clay, and You our potter; and all we are the work of Your hand. Isaiah 64:8 (NKJV)

As our Father, God always will act on our behalf.   He acts for our benefit in ways that childlike minds cannot always understand.  As our potter, He ultimately molds us, and shapes us in ways that sometimes will hurt.  But always He deals with us in love.

Take a moment to think about past decisions you’ve made, on your own without the Father’s help or guidance.  How did it work out?  Usually without His voice, or counsel if you will, things usually don’t go the way we’d like.  When we take the time to talk with Him, listen to His voice, and bring Him into the equation of our life the outcome will benefit us.  We may not see it at first, because He sees way down the road.  He sees ALL things before its fruition, and so He knows what is best for us way before we even realize it. We may take years to realize it was good.  Therefore, don’t despair if things don’t happen according to your will.  Remember, His will…not ours.  His plans are perfect, our plans are anything but.  We may be puffed up and think we know what’s best for ourselves.  We need to be humble, and bow to His excellent works…and listen and adhere accordingly.

Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it…1 Corinthians 9:24 (NKJV).

We can accomplish much in life we don’t have a clear purpose and mission in mind.  The only way to consistency is through the Lord.  We need to take practice in all things, through Him.  Each time we accomplish something we draw higher and nearer to God and our purpose that He has for us.  Our works, our plans, through His alone.  We need to establish our mission in life, through Him.  His voice, His ways, and production will be overflowing in all good things.

Now these things became our examples…Now all these things happened to them as examples, and they were written for our admonition…1 Corinthians 106:11 (NKJV).

Everything in the Scripture exists for our example, warning and admonition.  We should note what God’s people did in the past and how God reacted to them in order to move ahead in our own walk of faith.

When we live for God, all things connect in and outside of our very existence.  All things lead to peace and a transitional platitude of higher aspirations in and of Christ.  To hear His voice is to know peace.

To abide by Him is to know love.  To work for Him is to obtain a chiseled image in Christ, that reflects Christ as we uphold His light and shine our own light in His name. Bear witness in all things for Him and accept His will and plans.

Ssh…Listen closely…Do you hear His voice?

“Father, may I do all according to Your will now and always, as our New Year commences, may I grow even deeper in spirituality and resolve to do even more in Jesus’ glorious and powerful name, Amen.”

When His candle shined upon my head, and when by his light I walked through darkness–Job 29:3 (KJV).

 Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men–Proverbs 22:29 (KJV).

 The same came for a witness, to bear witness of the Light, that all men through him might believe–
John 1:7 (KJV).