The Lord is my helper

All the time we have our Lord as our helper, and this truth should fill our hearts with deep peace and confidence. God is the one who sustains us in good and bad times, and even when we face need or uncertainty, He does not leave us alone. His eyes are always fixed on His children, and He remains attentive to every detail of our lives. Nothing escapes His care, and nothing occurs outside of His sovereign love.

We must also learn not to envy those we see prospering. Instead of allowing jealousy to grow, let us rejoice and give thanks to God for the blessings others receive. Envy only blinds us to the goodness God has already poured into our own lives. The blessings of others do not diminish the blessings available to us. God in His mercy gives to each according to His will, and the success of others should be a reason to praise Him, not to complain.

Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said,

“Never will I leave you;
never will I forsake you.”

Hebrews 13:5

Let us not despise what we already possess. Instead, let us rejoice in the Lord and learn to be good stewards of everything He has entrusted to us—whether much or little. God is pleased when we manage our blessings with gratitude and humility. Contentment is not found in having everything we desire, but in trusting that what God has given us is enough for today. A grateful heart is a powerful testimony to the world.

The God we worship is not a distant or indifferent deity. He does not leave us alone. Though we cannot see Him, His creation constantly declares His greatness, His order, and His glory. From the rising of the sun to the stars that adorn the night sky, every detail reminds us that the Creator is near. Wherever His children go, His presence accompanies them, protecting them from the wickedness of the enemy and strengthening them in weakness.

So we say with confidence,

“The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid.
What can mere mortals do to me?”

Hebrews 13:6

The book of Psalms repeatedly shows us the heart of David—a man who experienced anguish, betrayal, danger, and sorrow. Yet, in every dark moment he turned to the Lord for help. David fully trusted that God would come to his aid, and this unwavering confidence sustained him through battles, persecutions, and hardships. His life is a powerful reminder that those who trust in God will not be put to shame.

Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith.

Hebrews 13:7

This verse urges us to reflect on the example of faithful leaders—those who taught us the Word of God and lived lives worthy of imitation. Their perseverance, devotion, and integrity remind us that genuine faith produces visible fruit. As children of God, we are called to give freely what we have freely received, showing generosity, kindness, and grace to others just as Christ has shown grace to us.

Let us strive to live wisely, but not according to our own understanding. Human wisdom is limited and often distorted by pride. Instead, let us humbly ask God for wisdom from above—wisdom that is pure, peaceable, and full of mercy. May He strengthen our faith day by day, increasing our trust in His promises and shaping our hearts to reflect His love. In every circumstance, let us remember that God is our helper, our provider, and our eternal refuge.