God Has Not Forgotten You: When Life Is Turned Upside Downનમૂનો

Passing Through Deep Waters

As people fought for their lives during Hurricane Katrina in 2005, and more recently, Hurricane Helene in 2024, these storms forced people to literally pass through floodwaters left by the devastation. It had to be a frightening experience to wade, and in some areas, swim, through the murky, contaminated waters to save family members, neighbors, strangers, and even family pets. But amid fear, desperation, and uncertainty, many passed through the deep waters courageously and were eventually rescued and taken to safety.

As you pass through the deep waters of your circumstances, you may wonder, “Who can rescue me from this?” Be encouraged! Even in the deepest of waters, God promises to be with the one who trusts in Him. He alone can truly rescue you and keep you from drowning, just as Jesus rescued Peter when He invited him to walk on water in a storm (see Matthew 14:22-33). At first, Peter trusted Jesus and joined Him on the water, but as soon as he began to focus on the storm and give in to the fear of it, he began to sink. Still, when he cried out, “Lord, save me!” (Matthew 14:30), Jesus stretched out His hand and rescued Peter.

He can rescue you too. All you need do is take a deep breath of faith, reach out, and take hold of the mighty hand of God. Keep your eyes on Him and do not fear the deep, murky waters of uncertainty surrounding you. Though the way seems difficult and impossible, you can be confident in this: “Nothing will be impossible with God” (Luke 1:37).

Taking back your life

1. Jeremiah 32:17 says, “Ah, Lord God! It is you who has made the heavens and the earth by your great power and by your outstretched arm! Nothing is too hard for you.” What encouragement can you find in this Scripture when your situation seems too difficult?
2. Write down everything that seems impossible about your current situation. Next to each item write, “Nothing will be impossible with God” (Luke 1:37). Spend a few minutes in prayer about the items on your list, and be sure to thank God that none of those things are too big or too hard for Him to handle.
3. Commit Luke 1:37 to memory. Every time your situation seems too difficult or impossible, speak it to yourself as a reminder that God can handle whatever is troubling you. As opportunities arise, you can encourage others using this verse as well.