do not fear

It's been a while. And a lot has happened. I'm not even going to attempt to go into it all, because, well, besides taking forever, it would just be too difficult to describe. So we'll just say that life has gone on for a few months, not necessarily as planned, at least as planned by me, that is. These past few months have been some of the most emotionally and spiritually diversified of my life, with highs and lows beyond words. At times it has been a struggle, one that I was absolutely sure I would not survive. But then there were the times where God's presence could be seen, shining through the seemingly impenetrable clouds that had gathered. I am thankful that my Lord and Father is faithful, even when, and especially when, I am not. He and the people He has put in my life have carried me through the last couple of months, and for that I am exceedingly grateful.

When you pass through the fire, you will not be burned. And the flames, they will not all consume you. Do not fear, for I have redeemed you. I have called you by name. You are mine! When you pass through the waters, I will be with you. And the waves, they will not overtake you. Do not fear, for I have redeemed you. I have called you by name. You are mine! For I am the Lord, your God. For I am the Lord, your God. The Holy One of Israel, your Savior. I am the Lord. Do not fear. I am the Lord. Do not fear. I am the Lord!

Proverbs 3:5-6
Jeremiah 29:11