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\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Our world is becoming a scary place to live.\u00a0 There are earthquakes and hurricanes, tornadoes and floods.\u00a0 Even droughts and extreme temperatures are becoming more common.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0That’s only in the realm of weather patterns!<\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 We look at our economy, the debt ceiling, our national credit rating, joblessness, political unrest, wars and rebellions all around the world.\u00a0 That’s enough to make anyone a little nervous.\u00a0 As Christians we know that God is still in control.\u00a0 We understand that He is overseeing it all, but still…..<\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 When there is no paycheck, unemployment has run out, and you have a family to feed, sometimes it’s hard to walk in faith.\u00a0 Many people have had their homes repossesed and the utilities shut off.\u00a0 Homelessness is on the rise and government programs are in danger of being adjusted.<\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 In Philipians 4:19 we are told, “But my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”\u00a0 Can we believe God’s word even in the midst of such a troublesome place?\u00a0\u00a0 I think we can.\u00a0 I will not tell it’s easy, but it is possible.<\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0 \"\"<\/a>Often when I am facing a financial need, I remember Psalm 50:10, “For every beast of the forest is mine and the cattle on a thousand hills.”\u00a0 Cattle was a sign of wealth in Bible times, so I think God has us covered.\u00a0 A thousand hills can hold a lot of cows.\u00a0 So, if I need money, I just ask God to sell a few cows.\u00a0 I know that sounds silly, but it is an illustration that anyone can comprehend.\u00a0 If God owns it all, then surely He can meet my needs.\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0 When things around us are falling apart and our personal world is spinning out of control, Jesus is our safe place.\u00a0 He is our hiding place.\u00a0 Psalm32:7 “Thou art my hiding place; thou shalt preserve me from trouble; thou shalt compass me about with songs of deliverance.”\u00a0 He is trustworthy!!<\/p>\n

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