Quotes about Support

Love extends an olive leaf to the loved one and says, "I have hope in you." Love is just as quick to say, "I have hope for you." You can say those words. You are a flood survivor. By God's grace you have found your way to dry land. You know what it's like to see the waters subside. And since you do, since you passed through a flood and lived to tell about it, you are qualified to give hope to someone else.

The Lord is near to all who call upon Him. Psalm 145:18

Set it down, child. I'll carry that one.

People have a way of becoming what you encourage them to be—not what you nag them to be.

The Israelites prevailed because Moses prayed. Moses prevailed because he had others to pray with him.

When you see the torches and feel the betrayer's kiss, remember the Father's words: "I will never leave you; I will never abandon you."20

God is in this crisis. Ask him to give you an index card—sized plan, two or three steps you can take today. Seek counsel from someone who has faced a similar challenge. Ask friends to pray. Look for resources. Reach out to a support group. Most importantly, make a plan.

We have a heavenly Father who is with us through every trial.

None of us can help everyone. But all of us can help someone. And when we help them, we serve Jesus.

Make the most of your relationships. Follow the advice of Benjamin Franklin: "Be slow in choosing friends and be even slower in leaving them.

How could viewing the Lord as a faithful friend who greets you in the early morning for a long walk or a conversation over coffee shape the way you see your current situation?

Take time to meet with the Lord as a friend this week. Rest, knowing he sees and he feels along with you more than anyone else in your life can.