His Grip is Firm: Even When We Fall

My gloved hands and winter coat gave me protection from the cold morning air as I, along and several other teenage girls disembarked the bus. We talked as we walked to our place of work even though the sun was not quite up and we were not fully awake. As we walked down the hilly narrow street I was glad it hadn’t snowed, though I’m sure someone would have started a fun snowball fight.

Didn’t See it Coming

One minute I was on my feet, walking and talking the next moment my backside and the road were engaged in close fellowship as I had landed in a sitting position. As I tried to take in what had happen the girl in front half turned to look at me, as she did her feet went from under her and she landed facedown sprawled out on her belly.

Neither of us had noticed the patch of black ice, too busy talking I guess. The sight of me sitting in the middle of the street and my work colleague flat on her belly just tickled my sense of humor and I began to laugh. Her moisten eyes soon turned to eyes of laughter. Except for some sore places neither of us were badly hurt, we were more shocked that we had fallen. Thankfully the other girls helped us up and supported us while we regained our footing.

Round the Clock Support

One minute we are living life going about our usual routines then Wham! out of nowhere we are hit with something we didn’t see coming. It may knock us off our feet for awhile leaving us in stunned silence as we try to process the issue, or it may leave us crying face down.

Friends are needed in times when we have been knocked down, it’s good to have their support but their support can only go so far. They are not with us constantly but there is one who is and his name is Jesus, He has promised never to leave us, that means He is with us 24/7 holding and supporting us as we lean on Him day and night.

He stretches out His arms and with His hand He has a good grasp on us even during the times when we feel like we cannot hold on. He’s got you dear Sister-in-Christ and that’s a fact, you are His and He is not letting go. Let Him hold you, pick you up and steady you once again.

“Though he falls, he shall not be utterly cast down, for the Lord grasps his hand in support and upholds him.” Psalm 37:24 AMPC

Until next week

Helena

Looking to Jesus. Living in His Radiance

Have you been held, supported and lifted up during a difficult period in your life? Would love to hear your story of God’s goodness. Share in the comment box and feel free to share this post with a friend, they too may need to know He’s got them.