Day 2 · Courage & Fear
God Is With You
“Don't you be afraid, for I am with you. Don't be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.”Isaiah 41:10
Reflection
Notice how God answers our fear in this verse. He does not hand us a list of reasons to be braver; He gives us Himself: "for I am with you." Our steadiness comes not from summoning enough strength of our own, but from the presence and help of the One beside us. The hand that holds us up is far stronger than whatever we are walking through.
A prayer
Gracious God, thank You that You do not leave me to stand alone. When I feel weak or unsteady, remind me that You are near, holding me with Your strong and gentle hand. Strengthen me where I am tired, and help me lean on Your presence rather than my own ability. I trust that You will uphold me today. Amen.
Carry this with you
Where in your life right now do you most need to remember that God is with you?