“I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee” (Hebrews 13:5).
The ticking of the clock seemed to match ten-year-old Mark’s heartbeat, drowning out his thoughts as he watched the tears stream down his mother’s face. “Your Dad moved out this afternoon, Mark.” She sobbed. “I want you to understand that it’s not because of you. Please don’t think you had anything to do with it.” She went on speaking, but Mark couldn’t follow the rest of her words. A flood of memories washed over him as he remembered the things he had done with his dad—fishing, canoeing, and camping trips. Who would take him fishing now? Would he ever see his dad again?
In a world filled with sorrow, it is comforting to know that God has promised never to leave you or abandon you. Even when you don’t feel God with you, remember it is impossible for Him to lie. His promise to never leave you is true.
The next time you lose someone special in your life—whether through divorce, death, or moving away—remember that God is always your friend.
My response:
» Do I truly believe God is with me even during the worst times?
» Do I treat God like a friend who is always with me?