The Bible teaches us that God does not cause pain, but that He uses pain and evil to advance His cause and shape His servants.

Jesus tends to his people individually. He personally sees to our needs. We all receive Jesus' touch. We experience his care.

Are you weary? Catch your breath. Are you strong? Reserve passing judgment on the tired.

You may not be down to your final heartbeat, but you may be down to your last paycheck, solution, or thimble of faith. Each sunrise seems to bring fresh reasons for fear.

That's what I'm hoping we can all do, is come together in a spirit of prayer.

Gratitude is a mindful awareness of the benefits of life. It's the greatest of virtues. Studies have linked the emotion with a variety of positive effects. Grateful people tend to be more empathetic and forgiving of others. People who keep a gratitude journal are more likely to have a positive outlook on life. Grateful individuals demonstrate less envy, materialism, and self-centeredness. Gratitude improves self-esteem and enhances relationships, quality of sleep, and longevity.

God will restore his planet and his children to their Garden of Eden splendor. It'll be perfect. Perfect in grandeur. Perfect in righteousness. Perfect in harmony.