The condition of one’s soul matters not just when a ship is sinking but every day. Each day we read the numbers of new COVID 19 cases and hear of the resulting deaths. Indeed, it is heartbreaking. Amidst the turmoil, this news must have some effect on our hearts. Here are 3 things that stir within me that I have found helpful.

Know the One who holds your life in His hands. Psalm 139:16 says, “your eyes saw my unformed body. All the days were ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be.” God has not gone to the calendar and switched anything since this virus began to creep across the planet. For sure wash your hands, etc., and be wise but know this too - God has marked all of our days long ago.
God, the author of peace in its truest form, offers it to all who seek it. Here is part of an old hymn that has been going through my mind this morning. It is called “When Peace Like a River”:
“When peace like a river, attendeth my way,
When sorrows like sea billows roll
Whatever my lot, thou hast taught me to say
It is well, it is well, with my soul.”
God holds us in His hand so we do not need to be afraid. Isaiah 41:10 says, “ Do not fear, do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God and I uphold you in my righteous right hand.” I find great comfort in knowing that I live every single day with His hand holding me steady.
It is by these three things I find rest for my soul in the midst of turmoil and uncertainty. I hope that you will as well.