The Strength of God's Presence

Five years ago, I faced a painful loss: the break-up of my marriage of 20 years.

Though I was a psychologist and had counselled others through similar situations, I felt that I would not be able to overcome my sorrow alone.

All my life, especially during my childhood and adolescence, I had heard Philippians 4:13, but I never stopped to realise its importance. The message speaks about the truth and power of the promise of Jesus Christ.

I turned to God. Through this personal spiritual connection, I learned that he is always present to comfort our spirits and to sustain us in challenging times. Without him in my life, I would not have been able to overcome my pain and sadness.

Today I live strengthened by God’s love. My prayer is that his presence may dwell in each person who is hurting.

Prayer: Dear loving God, help us continue to confide in you. Strengthen us with your presence. In the name of Jesus Christ, we pray: ‘Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever.’ Amen