“… do not be anxious about your life … Look at the birds of the air … Are you not of more value than they?”

Matthew 6:25-26

My client, John, a forty-year-old drug dealer, was also a heavy drug user suffering from Aids (due to his heavy drug use), diabetes, and many other health issues. He was facing twenty or more years in federal prison. John acknowledged how he destroyed his life as well as that of his family. He felt worthless and that no one, especially God, could love or forgive him. We talked many times about how God loves, forgives, and cares for all people. We talked about Jesus forgiving the thief on the cross, and the woman caught in adultery. The Holy Spirit led John to belief in Christ, and at his sentencing, he carried a Bible into court, knowing that Jesus was with him. He was eventually sentenced to six years in prison.

Gordon E. Freese
St. Louis, MO

Dear Father, help me to know that You are always there and that You will take care of me in all circumstances. Amen.

Reflect: In every situation, God is there with and for you and will take care of all your needs.

Read: Hebrews 13:5 and Matthew 14:14