Jesus is always near—not going to be near—but there all the time, as close as your breath.
Matthew 28:20 Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.
Whatever the need, as God works in your life, He stands ready, willing and able to take care of that situation.
We should be able to enjoy our salvation and we can when we learn to leave the worrying to the Lord. – Phil. 4:6-7.
Isaiah 43:2 When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.
When the Lord says, “When thou passest through” and “when thou walkest through”— it reminds us that the trials, battles and problems of this life are temporary. One day they will pass away and trouble the saints of God no more, Rev. 21:4.
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