“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me.” John 14:1
“God’s Church is the apple of his eye, and the eyelid of His providence doth daily cover and defend it.”
Thomas Watson in Puritan Gems; or, Wise and Holy Saying of the Rev. Thomas Watson, Anglican Minister. edited and arranged by the Rev. John Adey (London: Snow and Ward, 1850) 23.
Today’s Scripture fills us with peace and confidence of God’s care. The whole chapter does. Listen to how it concludes with a bookend to the same idea.
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” John 14:27
I am packing for Pakistan. I am heading out tomorrow morning. I will see up close how the providence of God cares for, covers, and defends God’s church there.
The good news is that His providence and care look after his church everywhere, including right where you are. Got burdens? Share them with Jesus. Have troubles? Set them at His feet. Need provision? Let Him know.
Like an eyelid covers an eye, God covers and defends us. Believe in Him and let not your heart be troubled or afraid.