Wherever You Go

This little plaque is a gift from my parents to Christian. This one verse of Scripture packs a big punch. Thoughts of the future have been worrying me. As I try to learn about some things that are going on in the world and in our country, my fears rise up and threaten to devour my spirit. 

I have no reason to fear. We have no reason to fear, regardless of what happens. I remember the words of my pastor after the Newtown shooting; "We are never not safe." I remember Dietrich Bonhoeffer's fearless resolve. I recall Jesus' words to his disciples, the women at the tomb, Paul, John in exile: "Do not be afraid!" 

We are not to be afraid...so what are we to do? Love. Love in humility. Love with compassion. Love in truth.

We can only do this with his help. Isn't a remarkable thing that from beginning to end he has promised to be with us wherever we go?