When in Need

“And there is no creature hidden from His sight, but all things are open and laid bare to the eyes of Him with whom we have to do. Since then we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. For we do not have a high priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but One who has been tempted in all things as we are, yet without sin. Let us therefore draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and may find grace to help in time of need.” Hebrews 4:13-16

Suddenly you find yourself in an emergency room while doctors and nurses fight to save your life. Your circumstances are out of your control. The police have just left, taking with them your teenage son on criminal drug charges. His circumstances (and yours) are out of control. She says it has been a slow process, but over the years you have simply killed her love. Now she has found someone who really loves her and she’s leaving you. Your circumstances are out of control.

How do you respond in times like these just described? What holds you together so that you don’t simply unravel on the spot? These are times when we desperately need confidence (which is usually the first thing we lose) and a sense of inner tranquility - even though our emotions may be pressed to the breaking point. To achieve that, consider the following:

Remember God’s promises. Locate an appropriate promise for your need.
Recognize that God is intervening in your circumstances.
Release your grip on your circumstances. Look to the Lord for His purpose in your situation.
Rest in God’s sovereign care.
Rejoice. God is directing every event in your life for your good.

Remember: Your circumstances are never out of God’s control.

“Faith never knows where it is being led, but it loves and knows the One Who is leading.” - Oswald Chambers