COVID-19 is hitting close to home. Sullivan has seen rising cases. As we face this virus scare and the disturbing news and chaos in our nation, let us remember that we have an invitation to lean into the truth about who God is—almighty and loving, able to conquer anything that tries to defeat us.
Throughout the Gospels, we see that an essential sign of the Kingdom of God at work on this earth is Jesus's healing power. Jesus has authority over illness, brokenness, and evil, and His healing ministry always come with His compassion and salvation. Therefore, take courage. Let’s use this time to get on our knees and plead for Jesus to show us His miraculous healing-salvation power.
But, with that knowledge is also the reality that God, in His sovereignty, does not always heal everyone. With the spread of this virus and other tragedies, many of us are grieving deeply right now. In times of sorrow, we do not have to run from the pain or pretend that it does not exist. Like the disciples, we can walk closely with Jesus—trusting him to be near in our distress.
And while we may not have answers, we can stand before God, in the inexplicable, knowing that we have access to God’s comforting presence, peace, and eternal life. We also have hope that one day there will be no more pain, sorrow, or death (Revelation 21:4) because Jesus is making all things new.
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