“The peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:7
Often, we do not understand the painful “Why?” questions of life, especially those involving the loss of a loved one. A relentless ache follows the death of a precious child, a beloved spouse, a mom or a dad, a faithful friend. The ache can hardly be eased; darkness presses in.
Many great statesmen—like Abraham Lincoln or Winston Churchill—were plagued with depression. Theologians and hymnwriters—such as Charles Spurgeon or William Cowper—struggled mightily with it.
In 1873 Horatio G. Spafford wrote a song from the pit of his grief, and it has comforted countless people, even sometimes dispelling the darkness. He wrote “It Is Well with My Soul” after learning by telegram from his wife that the ship crossing the ocean, carrying her and their daughters, collided with another ship and sank. Their daughters perished. As he traveled by boat to go to his wife, he penned the words many believers sing today. The Lord carried Spafford through that horrific tragedy, dispensing to him grace and a peace that passes understanding. He grants them to us, too.
Many great statesmen—like Abraham Lincoln or Winston Churchill—were plagued with depression. Theologians and hymnwriters—such as Charles Spurgeon or William Cowper—struggled mightily with it.
In 1873 Horatio G. Spafford wrote a song from the pit of his grief, and it has comforted countless people, even sometimes dispelling the darkness. He wrote “It Is Well with My Soul” after learning by telegram from his wife that the ship crossing the ocean, carrying her and their daughters, collided with another ship and sank. Their daughters perished. As he traveled by boat to go to his wife, he penned the words many believers sing today. The Lord carried Spafford through that horrific tragedy, dispensing to him grace and a peace that passes understanding. He grants them to us, too.
Scripture Focus
John 14:25-27
Insight
“Though Satan should buffet,/ though trials should come,/ let this blessed assurance control:/ That Christ hath regarded my helpless estate,/ And hath shed his own blood for my soul.” (Spafford)
Bible In A Year
- Ezekiel 17-18
- Psalm 139
- Philippians 3-4