“Man can live about forty days without food, about three days without water, about eight minutes without air…but only for one second without hope.” ― Hal Lindsey

Today, as I reflected on the devotional from 1 Peter 1:2, I pondered the various paths God has led me on. There were moments in life’s journey when I was uncertain of my direction or destination, but what I knew for certain was that His presence accompanied me every step of the way. Even when a way out wasn’t apparent, His presence enveloped me, and when my hope waned, it was His hand that sustained me. I am thankful for His mercy and grace that has preserved me and continues to do so. If you find yourself in a difficult place, feeling lost in life’s wilderness, remember that the same God who created and sustains the universe with His mighty hand is with you. May His grace and peace be abundantly bestowed upon you and your family. “According to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through the sanctifying work of the Spirit, for obedience to Jesus Christ and for sprinkling with His blood: May grace and peace be yours in the fullest measure.” Amen.