John 14:18

Never Alone With Jesus Christ

“I remind myself that God is in control, Sister Pauline Rodgers insists, “and we’re always in His presence.” “I will not leave you comfortless,” Jesus emphatically speaks in John 14:18, “I will come to you.” God in Jesus Christ through God’s Holy Spirit is always with us!

To the redeemed in Christ, this Bible teaching is a great comfort. To others, the very thought that God is ALWAYS present might be frightening, considering the sin one has committed, or the good left undone. Being separated from the presence of God leads to chronic insecurity and dread.

Despite sinful behavior, God loves us! “But God commended his love toward us,” Romans 5:8 teaches, “in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” Furthermore, Jesus insisted that He will never abandon us, “I will never leave you comfortless: I will come to you.” John14:18.

Jesus knows you and I completely, knowing all of the burdens and griefs we bear. “Come to me, all ye that labor and heavy laden,” the Savior declared in Matthew 11:28, “and I will give you rest.”

And as the years accumulate and physical strength wanes, God knows ones limitations and sufferings, “For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, not angels, nor principalities, nor powers, not this present, nor things to come, Nor height, no depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Romans 8:38 & 39

Please be keeping this comfort in mind as we proceed through our current health emergency. Jesus is alive, and as close as our heart’s next beat. Are we listening to God in prayer through the difficult and dangerous circumstances we current face? Jesus has always been “the good shepherd,” worthy to seek His guidance and protection.

Set aside a portion of each day, spending time in His presence, thanking Him for Who He is, and for your blessings. Follow up this holy conversation by reading His Word, while believing His many, many promises, watching how your faith grows right before the eyes of your heart.

“Come unto me,” Jesus said. You’ll never regret it!
Depews Chapel United Methodist Church, Nov, 22, 2020