Where Was God? - How God's Care Can Benefit You

God has created our bodies with the marvelous ability to heal.  When a healthy body is cut, scraped, or punctured, it "orchestrates a complete cascade of events designed to heal wounds big and small." (Johns Hopkins Medicine)  The body immediately springs into action to stop the bleeding, widen the blood vessels, repair the would, and strengthen the tissue.   

Consider:  If the Creator designed our bodies to heal physical wounds, can we not have confidence in his promise to help us recover from emotional injuries too?  "He heals  the brokenhearted," wrote the palmist.  "He binds up their wounds."  (Psalm 147:3)  But if you suffer from emotional trauma or distress, how can you be sure that Jehovah will bind up your wounds-both now and in the future? 

WHAT THE BIBLE TEACHES US ABOUT GOD'S LOVE

God promises:  "Do not be afraid, for I am with you. Do not be anxious, for I am your God. I will fortify you, yes, I will help you."  (Isaiah 41:10)  A person who knows that Jehovah cares about him has peace of mind and the strength to deal with various trials.  The apostle Paul called this inner calmness "the  peace of God that surpasses all understanding."  Paul added: "For all things I have the strength through the one who gives me power." -Philippians 4:4-7, 9, 13. 

The Scriptures help us to build faith in Jehovah's promises for mankind's future.  For example, Revelation 21:4, 5 tells us what he will do and why we can trust him to do it.

* "He will wipe every tear" from people's eyes.  Jehovah will eliminate all our suffering and anxiety, even concerns that seem insignificant to others.

* "Seated on the throne" in heavenly glory, the Almighty King of all creation will exercise his power and authority to prevent suffering and to give us the help we need.

* Jehovah guarantees that his promises are "faithful and true."  That is, he stakes his reputation as the true God on the fulfillment of his promises.  

Next time: Where Was God? - Conclusion of WHAT THE BIBLE TEACHES US ABOUT GOD'S LOVE

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