My family received a phone call while my father was in recovery from open heart surgery. I woke up to my mother screaming. My nephew had been in a car accident and lost his life at eighteen.
My first reaction led me to question God. But while praying, a peace came over me, and I felt God's love wrapped around me.
That night, I had to call my brother and tell him that his only son had died. The following morning, we had to tell my father that his first grandson had died. I can still hear their screams and cries.
Through this tragedy, we discovered that my nephew had been saved. We miss him dearly, but we will see him again.
Sometimes, in life, we face difficult situations. They can make us feel as if the whole world is crashing down upon us.
Jesus said we will face difficult times. We will have struggles, and this life will not be easy. But one thing is sure: if we place our trust in Him, we can have peace. He said to be of good cheer—not to worry or fear—for He has overcome the world.
No matter what life throws our way, we can know God is in control even when we are out of control. And if God's hands are as big and strong as they are, it does not matter what happens. When the situation is out of our hands, we can place it in His hands, and He will give us victory over our adversity. Even in our worst moments, God will never leave us. He is right there in our situation.
Call upon God. Give Him your worries, fears, and situations. He will take you out of the valley and the pit. He will conquer your enemies. Be still and know that He is God.
Josh Bender is a writer.