August 1, 2024
“In the midst of adverse circumstances, people tend to feel that love has been withdrawn and they have been forsaken.”
— from “Jesus Calling”
The daily devotional “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young has sold more than 40 million copies worldwide since it was first published in 2004. The book has brought so many people to the Christian faith and inner peace that it even outsold bestsellers, such as “Lean In.”
The meditation for August 1 speaks to the heart of those suffering from grief, especially those who feel there is no one who understands … or cares. It says:
“Nothing can separate you from My Love. Let this divine assurance trickle through your mind and into your heart and soul. Whenever you start to feel fearful or anxious, repeat this unconditional promise: ‘Nothing can separate me from Your Love, Jesus.’ Most of mankind’s misery stems from feeling unloved. In the midst of adverse circumstances, people tend to feel that love has been withdrawn, and they have been forsaken. This feeling of abandonment is often worse than the adversity itself. Be assured that I never abandon any of My children, not even temporarily. I will never leave you or forsake you! My Presence watches over you continually. I have engraved you on the palms of my hands.”
For many of us who are suffering, that seems extremely difficult to believe. And yet, it is a promise that God has made throughout history. And God is known to keep his promises, so this promise to you is no different.
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