I’ve been struggling with something. I’ve had a few rough days in the last month, despite everything being pretty much great. I know that God is and provides everything I could ever need, a lot of what I want, and a whole lot of what I couldn’t even imagine. However, sometimes, when I’m feeling low, all I really want is a hug or a comforting word. There is no one around to give this to me. I tell God everything, he is always there, always listening. He leads me in this life and imparts his strength to me. But, I have never felt his arms around me or his hand on my shoulder…
… or have I? Yes it is true that Jesus cannot physically come down and give me a hug. God cannot call me on the phone and give me a comforting word. But, God had made us relational people, and he knows we cannot live with out fellowship with fellow humans. I think maybe, when I hear that song that speaks to my heart, it is God speaking to my heart. And, when that friend holds my hand or puts their arms around me.. those are also the arms of Jesus.
