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   \  /  TODAY'S VERSE from HEARTLIGHT   --   http://www.heartlight.org/
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  VERSE:
     For I am the LORD, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says 
to you, Do not fear; I will help you.
      -- Isaiah 41:13

  THOUGHT:
     Life crashes in and we wish we could be children again and have someone 
to take care of us and protect us. Into our confused and chaotic world, 
God's promise comes to us once again. Like a loving parent with a frightened 
child, God reaches out and takes hold of our hands and comforts us with his 
precious words: "Don't be afraid. I'm here with you. I will help." Even when 
he seems distant, the echo of this thought can remind us that we are never 
alone or forgotten. (cf. Heb. 13:5-6)

  PRAYER:
     Abba Father, whose presence and help are always near, please help me 
have faith that you are here. I confess that at certain points in my life, 
you have seemed distant and I have felt alone.  Please remind me through 
your Spirit of your nearness and your care. In my moments of struggle and 
doubt, please make your presence known. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.



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