God is with us

In recent weeks, the noise of campaign season has filled every corner of our lives. The non-stop advertisements, the passionate rallies, the heated debates—each candidate or cause vying for our attention and our vote. When Election Day came and went, many of us breathed a sigh of relief, looking forward to the return of some kind of normalcy. As we write this, the results are not yet in, but in the days and weeks to come, as outcomes continue to unfold, we may feel uncertain, wondering what the future holds. In times like these, it’s only natural to ask, “Where is God in all this?”

This is a good time to be reminded of David’s timeless description of God’s steadfast presence in our lives, found in Psalm 139.  In this psalm, David writes, “You have searched me, Lord, and you know me …you hem me in behind and before, and you lay your hand upon me.”  These words provide a comforting image of a God who knows us completely;  a God who surrounds us on all sides, steadying us when we stumble, guiding us when we are uncertain.

David’s words offer a powerful assurance: “Where can I flee from your presence? If I go up to the heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths, you are there.”  Whether we are celebrating victories or navigating setbacks, God is with us. When we’re filled with joy, God rejoices with us. When we fear the future, God stands beside us, offering strength. No matter where we find ourselves—emotionally, mentally, or physically—God is there and God sees us, even in our darkest moments.

Perhaps some of us are facing personal challenges in addition to the uncertainty of the world around us. Maybe we’re dealing with a painful loss, a period of doubt, or a season of unexpected change. In these moments, it’s easy to feel isolated, as if we’re walking through darkness alone. But Psalm 139 assures us that God sees us even in those shadowed places, that God reaches into our darkness with a light only God can provide.
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As we face the unknowns of tomorrow, we can trust that God is with us. Hold on to that truth, and to the promise found in Matthew 28:20, when Jesus said, “surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” No matter the path ahead—whether filled with celebrations or challenges—we are never alone. God knows us, God loves us, and God walks beside us always.