“While He was still speaking, they came from the house of the synagogue official, saying, “Your daughter has died; why trouble the Teacher anymore?” But Jesus, overhearing what was being spoken, said to the synagogue official, “Do not be afraid any longer, only believe” (Mark 5:35-36).
Death happens every day. We love those whom we love. We do not want them to die. Especially a young one. But the Lord of life knows all these things. “Do not trouble the teacher?” Why not? Come to the Lord for all things. Jesus tells us, when facing any circumstance, “Do not be afraid, only believe.” It is not always your circumstances that may change, but your heart will.
Lord, I am wrapped up in the anxiety of this age. I am tossed about by the blowing winds that are pushing me in various directions. People around me tell me all kinds of things. Help me to move beyond these things to not fear. Help me to believe that You are the One who has all things in Your hands. Guide me now and always to live the faith You have given me knowing that You have given me many great promises and a hope that endures forever.
Lord Jesus, let me hear Your words of comfort. Let me not step ahead of You. While You heal or you do not heal, You are still the Lord of my life. If I live or I die, You are still my Lord. In and through all things, help me to see that it is You alone whom I am to trust. You have given me hope, and in that hope, there is nothing in this world that is able to separate me from You. Guide me, Lord Jesus, in the hope You have given me. Amen.
