Able and Available

My husband was at work when I received news about my mom's cancer diagnosis. I left him a message and reached out to friends and family. None were available. Covering my face with trembling hands, I sobbed. " Help me, Lord." A resulting assurance that God was with me comforted me through those moments when I felt utterly alone.
     I thanked the Lord when my husband came home and support from friends and family trickled in. Still, the calming awareness of God's presence I sensed in those first few hours of lonely grieving affirmed that God is readily and faithfully available wherever and whenever I need help.
      In Psalms 46, the psalmist proclaims God is our sanctuary, strength, and steadfast supporter. When it feels as if we're surrounded by chaos or everything we thought was stable crashes down around us, we don't have to fear. God doesn't falter. His power is evident and effective. Our eternal Sustainer gives us confidence in His unchanging character. The Lord, our secure stronghold, remains with us forever.
     God created His followers to prayerfully support and encourage one another. But He also affirms He is always able and available. When we call on God, we can trust Him to keep His promises to provide for us. He will comfort us through His people as well as through His personal presence.
       Lord, thank You for assuring us You're always accessible because You're always with us.
       God is always able and available to help us.