Topic: God of all Comfort
The month of May is focused on II Corthinians. We can take comfort in the knowledge that God, who comforts us in all our afflictions, will also help us comfort others who mourn. Through our own afflictions, we can become vessels of His comfort to others, sharing the same peace and grace that He has shown us.
God is the source of all comfort.
God is our ultimate source of comfort, and He alone can provide the peace that transcends all understanding. He is a compassionate God who understands our pain (Psalm 145:8). While others may offer consolation, only God can truly heal our hearts (Isaiah 66:13). His comfort does not fade away with time but remains with us forever (Psalm 23:4).
God’s comfort gives us strength.
The comfort God gives is not only emotional but strengthens us to endure through the emotional struggle caused by the affliction. During sorrow, His peace surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). God gives us courage when we are afraid. His presence removes fear and fills us with His strength (Isaiah 41:10). His comfort enables us to persevere. His strength empowers us to endure the trials of life, even in the midst of loss (Romans 5:3-4). Through God's comfort, we can move forward with hope.
God’s comfort is a shield in times of grief.
God’s comfort is a protective shield that guards our hearts and minds. God's comfort guards our hearts from despair. It prevents us from falling into hopelessness (Proverbs 4:23). His comfort protects our minds from anxiety. The peace of God keeps our minds at rest even when circumstances are overwhelming (Isaiah 26:3). The Lord’s comfort shields us from bitterness and releases our pain to Him (Ephesians 4:31-32). His comfort fortifies us against future trials. God’s comfort strengthens us to face any future.
God’s comfort allows us to comfort others.
As we experience God’s comfort, we are called to share that comfort with others. God does not only comfort us for our sake but equips us to be a source of comfort to others. Our testimony of God’s comfort brings hope to others. By sharing how God has comforted us, we bring light to others in their darkness (2 Corinthians 1:4).
Hold onto the truth that God is our comforter and that He will continue to heal our hearts. Though we are in pain today, we have the assurance that God is faithful to His promises. His comfort will never fail us, and one day, He will wipe away every tear from our eyes.
See you Sunday,
Dr. Scott Kallem