The comfort of God
2 Corinthians 1:3 Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; 1:4 Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God. 1:5 For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also aboundeth by Christ.
As a believer and a pilgrim in this world, our life sometimes may not be void of troubles and challenges, we may encounter pain and storms of life which may pose a threat to our faith in Christ. But in this moment, the comfort of God is verily available for us.
God's comfort encompasses every trial we face, be it physical illness, emotional distress, or spiritual battles. God's comfort is not limited to specific situations; it is available in every circumstance. He meets us in our darkest moments, offering a peace that transcends understanding. This comfort is a reminder that we are never alone; God is with us, walking through every valley and storm.
We must then understand that the comfort we receive from God has a purpose beyond our personal solace. We are comforted "so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God." Our experiences of God's comfort transform us into vessels of His grace.
As we navigate our own trials and receive His comfort, we are called to extend that same compassion and support to others. This creates a beautiful cycle of divine comfort, flowing from God to us and then through us to those around us.
In verse 5, Apostle Paul connects our suffering with that of Christ, stating that "just as we share abundantly in the sufferings of Christ, so also our comfort abounds through Christ." Our Christian journey involves sharing in Christ's sufferings, which can manifest in various forms of hardship. However, this shared suffering is accompanied by an abundant comfort through our relationship with Christ. His presence in our lives ensures that no suffering is endured in vain; it is intertwined with His promise of comfort and hope.
In conclusion, let us always remember that the comfort of God is a profound gift that sustains us through every trial and empowers us to be conduits of His love to others. Let us embrace this divine comfort, allowing it to transform our hearts and overflow into the lives of those around us.
God bless you.
Prayer key:
1. Lord, thank you for the blessing of your word today in Jesus Christ name
2. Lord, thank you for the comfort you have given me while in my trials and challenges in Jesus Christ name
3. Lord, help us to be mindful of those around us who are in need of your comfort, and use us as instrument of tour love and compassion in Jesus Christ name
4. Thank you Lord for answered prayers in Jesus Christ name. Amen.