The merciful hand

The merciful hand of God laid on us

The trouble which touches us, is the merciful hand of God laid on us — to lead us back to our place of safety and blessedness at His side.

A man was traveling and was hungry — but did not know where to go to find food. There came up a sudden and violent storm, compelling him to seek shelter.

Fleeing under a tree for refuge, he found not shelter only — but food, for the storm brought down fruits from the tree's branches for his hunger. Just so, those whom trouble drives to Christ, also find both shelter from the storm and food to meet their cravings.

"Before I was afflicted I went astray, but now I obey Your word." Psalm 119:67

"It was good for me to be afflicted so that I might learn Your decrees." Psalm 119:71

"I know, O LORD, that Your laws are righteous, and in faithfulness You have afflicted me." Psalm 119:75

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