Don’t panic. I’m with you.
There’s no need to fear for I’m your God.
I’ll give you strength. I’ll help you.
I’ll hold you steady, keep a firm grip on you.

That’s right. Because I, your God,
have a firm grip on you and I’m not letting go.
I’m telling you, ‘Don’t panic.
I’m right here to help you.’

Isaiah 41:10, 13

Last night, stress prevailed. Perfectly normal conversation turned into tension and I turtled, which caused a quiet end to the evening.

This morning, he hugged me and looked me in the eyes.

“Rhonda, we cannot do this. We don’t have a minute to waste.”

I am still grateful for a husband who does not tolerate the silent treatment but pulls me out with the sweetest words.

I am still grateful for a husband who is the best warrior.

I am still grateful for Oklahoma cooks who send scripture that breaks through and funny memes and Big Brother updates and they let me know we are not alone in the fight.

I am still grateful God has a firm grip.

I am still grateful for my sister who calls just to find out how we’re doing and then listens to me unload.

I am still grateful for Pandora and my Passion station that is carrying me through the day with music to fill my mind with worship.

And I am still grateful for the tough French lady who is painting our bedroom today.