“... my steadfast love shall not depart from you ...” says the Lord, who has compassion on you.

Isaiah 54:10

We make many decisions throughout life. Some decisions are deliberate. We carefully weigh our options then make the best choice. Other decisions must be made quickly because life depends on an immediate choice. Such immediacy is common during a health crisis. Hearing the words “you need emergency surgery, or you will die” is difficult. A quick decision must be made.

Any life crisis brings uncertainty. During these times, we know that our Lord has compassion for us. He touches our lives with his steadfast love and promises to grant us peace. He sends professionals with knowledge to provide care. He provides family and faith-communities to pray for our healing and peace. He promises he will lovingly be with us every moment of our life ... even during a health crisis.

Paul Doenges
Fort Wayne, IN

My Lord, thank you for embracing me with your steadfast love and compassion. Amen.

Reflect: How has God’s steadfast love and compassion supported you?

Read: Genesis 28:15a and Isaiah 54:10-17