“For God has not destined us for wrath, but to obtain salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ, who died for us so that whether we are awake or asleep we might live with him. Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.” 1 Thessalonians 5:9-11 ESV

Saints, The Lord has destined us for salvation through Jesus. We belong to Him and will be with him! So take heart, don’t fret & panic, our Good Shepherd will lead us through this!

Don’t believe the lie that Israelites bought into in the wilderness, namely that the Lord “hated” them and sought to “destroy” them. The Lord has not destined us for wrath but salvation. He is our Savior, our Good Shepherd who has laid down His life for us, His sheep (John 10:10-11). He is with us (Psalm 23:) and we will be with Him whether we sleep (die) our whether we remain awake (alive).

To live is Christ and die is gain (Philippians 1:21), so it’s a win win regardless of what comes our way.

Father, help us to really believe what you have said and really know deep within our hearts that you are for us not against us (Romans 8:32). May we know the depth of you love and let your love cast out fear!