Daily Prayers for Grieving Hearts: A 21-Day Plan for Comfort on the Road to RecoverySample

LORD, HELP ME!

When [Peter] looked down at the waves churning beneath his feet, he lost his nerve and started to sink. He cried, “Master, save me!” Jesus didn’t hesitate. He reached down and grabbed his hand. MATTHEW 14:29–31 THE MESSAGE

When the high winds of life whirl around us, it’s only natural to put our focus on its power and imagine the destruction it’s about to cause. It’s no different from watching news channels running continuous live videos of hurricane-force gusts causing trees to snap and rooftops to lift completely off buildings. In the aftermath, it’s impossible not to venture outside to see the damage and evaluate the cost of repair, which alone can be overwhelming. This is when it’s tempting to lose hope and think all is lost, but there is hope. There is nothing beyond God’s ability to repair and redeem, but the key to believing this is holding on to that truth—not our circumstances. Just as Jesus didn’t hesitate to reach down and keep Peter from sinking, He won’t delay reaching into your life and grabbing your hand. He is just a cry away.

Lord, help me! Sometimes I struggle not to feel overwhelmed like I’m sinking into an ocean too big to get out of. Please grab my hand and hold me close in a safe and still place. Keep me on solid ground, where my faith remains intact, and my hope won’t waver. I believe You are still in control and that You will help me through my circumstances. I trust in You and rest in Your peace, and I thank You for the power You give to get through this day in victory.

IN YOUR NAME, I PRAY. AMEN.