The confidence and comfort of His presence

By Buti Sam Kputu                                      © Buti Sam KPUTU
“Hi, Mr. Lion, you can’t do me anything ‘cos my dad is around” The little boy shouted, boisterously, to the amazement of all, as we stood watching this huge, restless lion pace up and down in it’s cage at a games park. The presence of his father gave him such a confidence and comfort.
As we journey through life, we come across many dangerous “lions”, roaring at us and poised to harm or destroy us. Some of these are obvious, like COVID-19. Others are as subtle as little “snakes” hidden in dark corners. But whatever and wherever they may be, we need not fear but trust our caring Father. We have the assurance and comfort of His abiding presence:
“When you cross deep rivers, I will be with you, and you won’t drown. When you walk through fire, you won’t be burned or scorched by the flames”
– Isaiah 43:2 CEV
SAFETY IS NEVER THE ABSENCE OF DANGER BUT THE PRESENCE OF GOD.
 
▪ Kputu is the International Director of Calvary Ministries (CAPRO), and lives in Lagos. He can be reached on WhatsApp through +2348168672666.