Isaiah 12:2-3

Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and will not be afraid, for the Lord is my strength and my might; he has become my salvation.”

1 Corinthians 10:13 - No testing has overtaken you that is not common to everyone. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tested beyond your strength, but with the testing he will also provide the way out so that you may be able to endure it.

2 Corinthians 12:9 - ...but he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weakness.” So I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may dwell in me.

These passages help me when I need to overcome trouble, problems, sadness, sorrow, and yes death of loved ones. We live through it and remember to thank God for His help in times like these.

Prayer: I cast all my cares upon you. I lay all of my burdens down at your feet and when I don't know what to do. I cast all my cares upon you. Thank you God for giving us your Son who we celebrate His wonderful birth on Christmas. Amen.

[My prayer is taken from the famous hymn by Kelly Williard (1956).]

- Vivian Warwick