 Promise #168: When you walk through the fires of adversity, you will not be burned. Isaiah 43:2 (WEB) When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they will not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned, and flame will not scorch you. I took this photo when my wife and I visited New Zealand many years ago. These volcanic geysers continuously release boiling water onto the Earth's surface, making it a truly amazing sight to behold. In reality, no one could walk through these gushing waters without getting burned. Yet in this Bible verse, God says that even if we walk through fire, we will not be burned. When I reflect on this promise, I do not think of crossing literal waters or fires, but rather the raging waters and fires of adversity that we all encounter in life. The NLT Bible refers to it as 'the fire of oppression' that we sometimes face. I find great comfort in knowing that God promises to be with us as we endure our trials and that, ultimately, these trials will not overcome us. One day, when Jesus comes back or we go home to be with Him, we will be in a place where there is no more pain or suffering. However, in this life, we will still experience hardships simply because we live in a fallen world. The next time you face a challenging experience, remember God's promise to be with you in the midst of the trial. My prayer is that the flames of adversity do not consume you as you pass through them. May you remain safe in the secret place of the Most High (Psalm 91), no matter what life throws at you! *** Responsive Prayer: Father, thank You for Your promise to be with me no matter what happens in my life. For You are a faithful God and Father who is my ever-present help in times of trouble. Help me remember this truth today when I face the fires of oppression that try to discourage me. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen. Comments are closed.
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