Between a rock and The Rock

I have called you by your name: You are Mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through rivers, they shall not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned, nor shall flame scorch you. For I am the Lord your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior . . . (Isaiah 43:1-3)

Is it not good to know that God has our back, front, sides,and is above and below us as well? All around, everywhere we go, God goes with us as we walk with Him. Through good times and bad, He goes with us. He is there for us when everyone else seems to be attacking, abandoning, and even a abhoring us . . . for His sake. Many times it is a challenge to stand, even the midst of "believers", yet we must. Try as we must to be friendly to all peoples, when confronted with the truths of the Gospel many will take offense and lash out. However, this is nothing new. We only have to recall how the Pharisees treated a loving, trusting, forgiving Jesus! At times we confront and at times we simply shake the dirt from our sandals and move on. Stay focused and stay firm. The days are shortening . . .