God comforts us in all of our afflictions so that we may truly be a comfort to those around us as we listen well. With so much going on around us, we see lots of people speaking, but not many taking the time to listen and care for the brokenhearted. Eric Thomas encourages us to

We all experience fear at some point in our life, whether it be something small like spiders or heights, or a deeply rooted fear of failure, sickness, or the unknown. Especially now, amidst so much tragedy, pain, and death in our world, we can be left wondering where to go with our fears. Jason Eagleston

In the midst of our anxiety we can be thankful for who God is and what He’s done and accept His peace in the midst of our worry.

While God is far bigger than anything this world can throw our way, He is also near to us, bringing us comfort and hearing our prayers.

As our African American neighbors grieve and suffer from the sin of racism, it is our call as followers of Christ to listen and learn, that we might sympathize with those in pain.

It’s not a coincidence or a chance that you live where you do. God has put you in that place in this time around your neighbors.

Sabbath rest is taking a day to stop looking at all the stuff that we have created, and look to our Creator God with thanksgiving.

When we feel out of control, we can find hope knowing that God is in complete control and He gives us His strength to endure.

With all this animosity seen in social interactions, how do we as the church respond? How can we go about declaring peace on the culture war?

Loss is something that all of us are feeling right now. Have you been furloughed from your job? Or had plans cancelled? Maybe you’re missing out on experiences and relationships you were counting on. How can we find comfort in the midst of the grief and loss we’re all enduring right now? How long, Lord?