Whether you’re feeling a bit blue, really down in the dumps and gloomy, or experiencing low mood and unhappiness, God is here to comfort us, support us and to give us the boost we need to get back up and carry on. To encourage a friend or to find the courage to overcome suffering, we can remember a bible verse and allow the Word of God to touch our lives.
“But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” ( …) when I am weak, then I am strong.” (2 Corinthians 12:9-10)
“The Lord is my light and my salvation - whom shall I fear?” (Psalm 27)
“Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today.” (Exodus 14:13)
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” (Isaiah 40:31)
“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness!” (Lamentations 3:22-23)
“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place, when I was woven together in the depths of the earth.” (Psalm 139)
“How beautiful you are, my darling! Oh, how beautiful!
Your eyes behind your veil are doves.
Your hair is like a flock of goats descending from the hills of Gilead.” (Song of Songs 4:1)
“ Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength !” (Nehemia 8:10)
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28)
“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers; neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 8:38-39)
God is full of tenderness and generosity. He is our support. In difficult or sad times, prayer is a source of hope and joy. On Hozana, find—amongst the many support groups offered—one that will help you to find your smile again.