January 27 - Unshaken in the Storm

JANUARY 27 - Unshaken in the Storm3-Year-Bible Reading: Psalms 11; Matthew 24________________________________________“The Lord is in his holy temple; the Lord's throne is in heaven; his eyes see, his eyelids test the children of man.” — Psalm 11:4“But the one who endures to the end will be saved.” — Matthew 24:13________________________________________Have you ever felt like the world is falling apart around you? Maybe it's a chaotic day at school, stress at home, or just scrolling through the news and seeing nothing but bad stories. It can feel overwhelming, even scary. In Psalm 11, David talks about how people were telling him to run and hide because everything seemed broken. But instead of panicking, David says something powerful: “The Lord is on His throne.” No matter how shaky life gets, God is still steady. And in Matthew 24, Jesus warns His followers that tough times will come—wars, lies, betrayal, and even hate—but He encourages them to endure. Why? Because those who stay faithful are not forgotten—they’re saved. That’s hope you can hold onto.________________________________________THINK ABOUT IT1. God is still in control: When the world feels crazy, do you remember that God is still on His throne, watching and caring for you?2. Endurance isn’t easy—but it’s worth it: Jesus never promised us a perfect life, but He did promise His presence. What helps you keep going when things get tough?3. Faith over fear: Are there areas in your life where you’re tempted to run away or give up instead of trusting God?________________________________________BOTTOM LINEEven when the world feels like it’s falling apart, you don’t have to. God is on His throne, and if you stick with Him, He’ll get you through anything.________________________________________PRAYERHeavenly Father, thank You for being steady when life feels unstable. Remind me that You are always in control, even when I can’t see it. Help me to stand strong, to keep my eyes on You, and to not give up when things get hard. I want to trust You more every day. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.