9/11 Trusting God

September 11 was such a dark day. We walked around stunned! That night the tears started as I worried about this world and my family’s safety. A dark blanket of grief and confusion fell on our country as we struggled emotionally. Finally, I realized this was out of my control and I turned to God and trusted His Word. Here I am again. I look at our world situation and I find myself fearful. I remember Billy Graham’s words three days after the twin tower attacks.  “We’ve seen so much that brings tears to our eyes and makes us all feel a sense of anger. But God can be trusted, even when life seems at its darkest.” We can be shaken by world events but we have to rely on God!

Since then we have seen more tragedies, including COVID, and, again, we ask, why? There is so much we do not understand and may never understand but we know God is Good, all the time! He does not plan evil. Jeremiah 29: 11, “‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’” Because of freewill evil happens. Romans 8: 28, “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” I recall the country pulling together as one. 

A lot has changed since 9-11 but one thing remains the same, no matter what happens. Hebrews 13: 8, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” We will never be alone and God will never leave us. Deuteronomy 31: 6, “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” He is Bigger than any problem we can have!! Thanks be to God!