Today, we hear of new strains of viruses which were unheard of only a generation ago. The world has yet to find cures for them and many people are afraid of being struck down by these viruses.
But as believers, we are not of the world, though we are in the world (see John 17:15–16). So our protection is not of the world, but of the Lord. And when we say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in Him I will trust” (Psalm 91:2), then what follows is not “maybe,” but surely He will deliver you from the snare of the fowler and from the perilous pestilence.
A couple in our church can testify that surely the Lord delivered and protected their two young children during a Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) outbreak, which claimed a few lives in Singapore not long ago.
When their four-year-old daughter started vomiting and running a fever, the mother brought her to their family doctor, who found ulcers in her mouth and small red dots on her hands and feet—symptoms of the HFMD. Naturally, the doctor prescribed medication for her.
Back home, however, the little girl continued to vomit throughout the day, throwing up everything including the medication. Her fever persisted. Not able to do anything for their daughter, the parents prayed, proclaiming Jesus as their healer, and partook of the Holy Communion many times with both their children.
That night, their daughter’s fever broke and the vomiting subsided. They continued making the Lord their refuge and fortress. Within two days, their daughter was completely delivered from the disease. And all this while, their six-year-old son was completely protected from the infectious disease.
Beloved, you don’t need to be afraid of deadly diseases which may have claimed the lives of others. You don’t have to be fearful that you or your child may become victims of these super bugs. When the Lord is your refuge and fortress, surely He shall deliver you and your family from the snare of the fowler, such as the avian flu, and from all perilous pestilences!
"I'M HERE TO TELL YOU" EDITOR'S NOTE
The key here - as always, is to not worry and to have no fear. Worry and fear are the real killers and this lack of trust shows God that you think you know better than Him. Do you know the future? God does. Do you know if and when you will come down with a disease? God does. I love the saying "God knows" and even better "Father knows best". We are His children, and as His children, we are His responsibility. God protects and provides for His children. That's His job as a wonderful loving Father. By worrying if you'll get sick, it shows that you're not trusting in your Father to do what He said He would do. Your blessings, safety and protection are not based on what you do or how you live. Health isn't a result of diet and exercise. Blessings, safety, protection and good health come from the Lord. This isn't to say that God's children don't ever get sick or ever die prematurely, they do, but God is still in control. It always, however, comes back to trust. Today, pray to you heavenly Father that He will take good care of you. Ask Him to strengthen your faith so there never is a question of who's in control and who will bless you. Know that God is in complete control and that surely He loves you and will surely take care of you. With trust in the Lord, you can rest assured.
