The Lord is good, a strong refuge when trouble comes. He is close to those who trust in him.
Nahum 1:7 NLT
https://bible.com/bible/116/nam.1.7.NLT
I have read some of the posts people have written in the aftermath of the fires. Some folk are bitter and resentful to those who say 'prayers' after the devastation. I thought about it and realised that suffering people want flesh and blood coming alongside them. They do not want platitudes. In fact, some were so angry that God would do or allow such pain and lashed out saying 'there is no God'.
I understand the hurt and anger at platitudes. Platitudes are worthless. The hurting need kind faces right there, holding their hands, bringing them help. When all the drama of the fire is over, who will be there? Who will be with these people when they go back to their burnt-out homes?
I know my God would be there for me. I cannot blame Him for devastation. Us humans are good at that. However, I know He lives and I can trust Him with my heart. He will see me through.
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