All Seasons of Life, Part II
Friday, October 18
All Seasons of Life, Part II
Even when I walk through the darkest valley…you are close beside me. Psalm 23:4
Psalm 23 is a passage that has resonated through the ages, passed down from generation to generation. But why is it so well-known and beloved? As I reflect on it anew, I see why: Psalm 23 speaks to every season and experience of life. It captures the moments of peace and tranquility, the challenges we face from our enemies, and the inevitable valley of the shadow of death that we will one day encounter.
What’s most comforting is the reminder that, through it all, God is with us. He doesn’t just watch from a distance—He walks right beside us. With arms open wide, He’s there to comfort, guide, and protect us, no matter how rough the journey becomes. This divine presence offers us a deep sense of peace, even when life seems overwhelming.
There is a special kind of connection, a close relationship with God, that allows us to experience peace in life’s most challenging seasons. This is the testimony of all believers—the Lord has been their strength and comforter in their greatest times of need. As Paul says in 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, He is “the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles.”
Are you in a season of peace, or are you walking through a dark valley? Consider how has God shown His presence to you in this time?
In what ways can you invite God’s comfort into your life, trusting that He is walking beside you?
Through every high and low, from the peaceful pastures to the darkest valleys, God remains constant. His presence is our anchor, and His comfort carries us through.
Prayer for today: Lord, I thank You that no matter what season I am in, You are with me. In the peaceful moments and in the darkest valleys, Your presence never leaves my side. Help me to trust in Your comfort and protection, especially when life feels overwhelming. May I draw close to You and rest in the peace that comes from knowing You are near. In Jesus’ name, Amen.