ISAIAH 42:16 (2026)

ISAIAH 42:16

I will lead the blind by ways which they do not know; 

along unseen paths I will guide them. 

I will turn darkness into light before them 

and make the rough ground smooth. 

These are the things that I will do, and I will not forsake them.

---- my own,

I know that these are difficult days for you. I AM aware of the troubles and the grief that is pressing down upon you. I know that these are difficult times, and you are fighting a war within you. You feel helpless, you pray, but you are finding it hard to hold on to your faith in Me. Continue to pray even though you find it hard. Continue to believe, to hope, and to trust even in the midst of anxiety. This is what I say to you, and I want you to pay close attention. I AM with you, and I AM with those for whom you are grieving. Trust in Me. Have faith. I AM here, I will make all things new. Believe. The way is dark right now, and you do not see a way forward. But the darkness is not dark for Me, I AM the Light. Here, take My hand. I will hold you firmly, and I will lead you from the dark, difficult, narrow, and rocky path to ways that are level and smooth. All you need to do is place all your faith, hope, and trust in Me. Believe in My love for you, a love that poured itself out for you in a bloody sacrifice. Believe all is well because it is.

MATTHEW 17:5-7 (2026)

MATTHEW 17:5-7

5 Peter was still speaking, when a bright cloud covered them with its shadow; and a voice from the cloud said, 

“This is my Son, the Beloved, my Chosen One. Listen to him.”

6 On hearing the voice, the disciples fell to the ground, full of fear. 

7 But Jesus came, touched them, and said, “Stand up, do not be afraid!”

---- my own,

These are turbulent times for you, I know. But you must remember that I AM God and that I AM in control. No harm will touch those who belong to Me, those called by MY Name. Today, pay close attention to what My Father, who is your Abba as well, says to you. Take it to heart and make His words the rule of your life. If you desire to be happy in this world, even in the midst of all the trials and tribulations and the cross, then listen closely. Etch them on your heart and follow what He says to you diligently and always. Acknowledging that I AM His Son, His Beloved, His Chosen One, He commands you to listen to Me. Do not be afraid, no matter what the evil one throws at you to disturb your peace. You are Mine, and no one has the power to steal what I have declared to be Mine. So now, pay close attention to what I say to you as well. Fear has no place in love. Where there is love, there I AM in your midst. Call Me in the midst of your trials and troubles, and I will be there. I will touch you and command you not to be afraid. Stand up Straighten your shoulders. Lift up your head and steady your shaking limbs, and be not afraid for I AM with you always in time and in eternity.