Friday 3/20/2020

3/20/2020 Friday
Psalm 23:4 
4 Even when I walk
    through the darkest valley,
I will not be afraid,
    for you are close beside me.
Your rod and your staff
    Protect and comfort me.
 
We all go through times when we are walking through “the darkest valley.” Worldwide, we are traveling through such a valley now as we struggle to deal with the Covid-19 outbreak. The imagery of the shepherd is comforting, but the call to face such a time without fear is also reassuring. This reassurance comes from knowing that God is not just with us but that He fights to protect us with His rod and staff. Today no matter what you are facing that causes you to fear, draw comfort from the presence of our Good Shepherd who protects and comforts us in times of stress and trouble. 
 
In the light of this new day, what dark valley are you currently walking in? How do you see God's comforting protection with you? ​