Psalm 23:4
Even when I walk through a dark valley, I fear no harm for you are at my side.

Life is filled with ups and downs. I am basking in the glow of an amazing high school retreat…and yet I am deeply saddened by the sudden death of the brother of one of our college leaders on Sunday. Our pastor, who was an inspiring addition to the retreat this year, also lost his father on Sunday. Jesus showed us the pattern of salvation throughout His ministry. Suffering and brokenness would be transformed into new life and wholeness by the grace and unconditional love of God. The blind would see, the deaf would hear, and the dead would be raised. Death could not defeat Jesus…and so it cannot defeat us either. Cling to Christ in the dark valley and the Good Shepherd will lead you to a shining mountaintop. Love, mercy, grace, forgiveness and compassion will triumph!

Suggested song of the day—“Salvation” on the Live to Love album.
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Have a blessed day!