A Hard Year

When I reflect on 2009 I see it as a hard yeard for many in our community. There has been much pain, suffering and death in families in our community. On sunday we heard from two people - John & Ian who reflected on their tough years - But still they testify to good being good through those tough times.

I think we can often at the end of the year reflect on the 'good things' God has done and we look over the hard things we have had to endure. The Bible though is full of people reflections on God being good even through hard times. Have a read through some of David's Psalms - especially in the 50-60 where he has been annointed to be king but yet he has having year after year of being persued by Saul. Some of these psalms may have been David's reflection on his year - year after year after year.... persuit, suffering, pain

So as we wrap up one year and begin an other  - from hard places can you say like David did:
     Oh, my strength, I sing praise to you,
     you O God, are my fortress, my loving God

God promises to be with us in all situations - are we going to remain in Him? trust in Him? through the good times and the bad. It dosn't mean we will always feel happy or positive - but it will give us HOPE to endure.