God is our refuge and strength, a helper who is always found in times of trouble. Psalm 46:1
My words…
Praise
I don’t know how many spoken languages are used by those living on this planet. Thousands, I would imagine. My guess is that the word “virus” is being spoken by 99% of them on a daily, if not hourly basis. (You would know, which reminds me of how incredibly powerful You are.) That microscopic, infectious agent sure does pack a punch, though. It may be metabolically inert, but it’s socially and economically active. It’s already caused more than its share of sorrow, and it’s just getting ramped up. I think the greatest power of a virus is the fact that we can’t see it coming. It blindsides. It doesn’t play fair. And so we begin to feel anxious and panicky and helpless – deep in our spirits. You expect that, so You provide for that. You will not leave us alone in times of trouble. You are the Light in the storm. So when I allow the “v-word” to zap my faith and my confidence in Your plans for me, I look to the Light where I find refuge and strength. After all, it’s a virus formed from what You created. And what is created will never be more powerful that its Creator.
Prayer for others
Lord, there are so many around the globe who are suffering illness. There are those who are grieving loved ones who have succumbed to this virus. I pray You lay Your comforting hand on them. Blanket them in Your peace. I pray this global event will bring out the very best in Your children.
More Praise
This virus reminds me of another contagious agent brought to earth beginning with a Roman crucifixion and spreading, unchecked, across the globe. Coming in contact did not end in death but life. The message was not built on fear but hope. I am part of those infected. We are a mighty agent, and neither the gates of hell nor any virus is able to stand against us!
