Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, "I will never leave you nor forsake you." — Hebrews 13:5
Having played intercollegiate soccer, I've never lost my love for "The Beautiful Game." I especially enjoy watching the English Premier League. One reason is the skill and speed with which the game is played there. Also, I love the way the fans sing in support of their beloved "sides." For instance,
Liverpool has for years had "You'll Never Walk Alone" as its theme. How moving to hear 50,000 fans rise as one to sing the lyrics of that old standard! It's an encouragement to players and fans alike that together they will see each other through to the end. Walk alone? Never.
This sentiment has meaning for everyone. Because each of us is made for community, isolation and loneliness are among the most painful of human experiences. During painful times, our faith is vital.
The child of God never needs to fear abandonment. Even if people turn on us, friends forsake us, or circumstances separate us from loved ones, we are never alone. God has said, "I will never leave you nor forsake you" (Heb. 13:5). This is not just a nice tune or clever lyrics offering an empty sentiment. It is the promise of God Himself to those who are the objects of His love. He is there — and He isn't going away.
With Christ, you will never walk alone. — Bill Crowder
God's unseen presence comforts me,
I know He's always near;
And when life's storms besiege my soul,
He says, "My child, don't fear." — D. De Haan
God's presence with us is one of His greatest presents to us.
Having played intercollegiate soccer, I've never lost my love for "The Beautiful Game." I especially enjoy watching the English Premier League. One reason is the skill and speed with which the game is played there. Also, I love the way the fans sing in support of their beloved "sides." For instance,
Liverpool has for years had "You'll Never Walk Alone" as its theme. How moving to hear 50,000 fans rise as one to sing the lyrics of that old standard! It's an encouragement to players and fans alike that together they will see each other through to the end. Walk alone? Never.
This sentiment has meaning for everyone. Because each of us is made for community, isolation and loneliness are among the most painful of human experiences. During painful times, our faith is vital.
The child of God never needs to fear abandonment. Even if people turn on us, friends forsake us, or circumstances separate us from loved ones, we are never alone. God has said, "I will never leave you nor forsake you" (Heb. 13:5). This is not just a nice tune or clever lyrics offering an empty sentiment. It is the promise of God Himself to those who are the objects of His love. He is there — and He isn't going away.
With Christ, you will never walk alone. — Bill Crowder
God's unseen presence comforts me,
I know He's always near;
And when life's storms besiege my soul,
He says, "My child, don't fear." — D. De Haan
God's presence with us is one of His greatest presents to us.
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