Author - Clay Corvin

02/16                   Isaiah 43:2

“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you.”

   •     God’s presence remains steady in trials.

   •     The waters symbolize overwhelming challenges.

   •     His protection ensures that hardships will not destroy.

   •     God walks with His people in every difficulty.

   •     His presence brings assurance in uncertain times.

“I Will Be With You”

(Inspired by Isaiah 43:2)

1

When the waters rise,
when the river stretches wide,
when the current pulls hard,
I will be with you.

2

When the fire burns hot,
when the flames reach high,
when the heat presses in,
I will be with you.

3

When the path disappears,
when the road turns to dust,
when the way forward is unknown,
I will be with you.

4

When fear grips your heart,
when your voice trembles in the silence,
when you feel unseen,
I will be with you.

5

You are not alone,
not abandoned, not forgotten—
your name is written on My hands,
your steps are held in My promise.

6

The river will not sweep you away,
the fire will not consume you,
the darkness will not take you,
for I am the Lord your God.

7

I formed you, called you,
walk beside you, fight for you,
nothing will break My hold,
nothing will change My love.

8

The storms may come,
the trials may press in,
but they do not define you,
for you belong to Me.

9

You will stand,
you will walk through,
you will see the other side,
because I go before you.

10

When all else fades,
when the world shakes,
when you need only one thing—
I will be with you.

02/15                   Matthew 28:20

“And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

   •     Jesus assures His disciples of His unending presence.

   •     His promise extends across time and situations.

   •     His presence empowers the Great Commission.

   •     Believers are never abandoned in their mission.

   •     His enduring presence is a source of confidence.

02/14                   Psalm 139:7-10

“Where shall I go from your Spirit? Or where shall I flee from your presence?”

   •     God’s presence is inescapable and pervasive.

   •     His Spirit accompanies us everywhere we go.

   •     Whether in the heights or depths, He remains near.

   •     His guiding hand and support are ever-present.

   •     Believers find comfort knowing they are never alone.

02/13                   Deuteronomy 31:6

“Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you.”

   •     God’s presence inspires strength and courage.

   •     Fear is dispelled when we recognize He is with us.

   •     God’s companionship is a source of unshakable confidence.

   •     His faithfulness ensures that He never leaves.

   •     Believers find security in His constant presence.

“He Goes With You”

1

The road is unknown,
the path unmarked,
but you do not walk alone—
His presence goes before you.

2

Through deserts of waiting,
through rivers of doubt,
He stands beside you,
His voice steady, His hand strong.

3

When the battle rises,
when the enemies gather,
you need not fear—
the Lord fights for you.

4

You are not forgotten,
not abandoned, not lost—
wherever you go,
He has already been.

5

He was in the fire with them,
in the storm with them,
in the prison with them—
and He is with you now.

6

The mountains will not move you,
the sea will not consume you,
the night will not hide you,
for He is your light.

7

When strength fades,
when courage falters,
His arms will lift you,
His grace will sustain you.

8

The journey is long,
the weight is heavy,
but He carries what you cannot,
and leads where you cannot see.

9

Do not fear the unknown,
do not tremble at the future—
wherever you go,
the Lord goes too.

10

He is in the step before you,
the breath within you,
the hope beyond you—
He goes with you, always.

02/12                   Isaiah 66:13

“As one whom his mother comforts, so I will comfort you.”

   •     God likens His comfort to a mother’s nurturing care.

   •     His comfort is intimate, personal, and tender.

   •     The imagery reflects His deep compassion for His children.

   •     God’s comfort is a reminder of His unfailing presence.

   •     His love soothes and restores in all circumstances.

• God Is Present

“The Comfort of His Hands”

1

The weight is too much,
the road stretches too far,
my strength fades,
yet His hands remain steady.

2

I hear the whispers of fear,
the echoes of failure,
but a still, small voice
calls me by name.

3

He does not promise ease,
nor a path without stones,
but He walks beside me,
never turning away.

4

In the valley of shadows,
when night lingers too long,
He is the lamp,
guiding me home.

5

The world speaks of comfort,
soft pillows, quiet days,
but He gives something deeper—
peace in the midst of storms.

6

Tears may fall,
prayers may tremble,
but He catches every cry,
holds every sorrow.

7

He is not far,
not distant, not silent—
His arms stretch wide,
inviting the weary to rest.

8

The shepherd does not forget His flock,
nor does He leave the lost behind.
He carries the wounded,
binds the broken.

9

When my strength is gone,
when my voice is weak,
He does not ask me to stand alone,
but lifts me in His grace.

10

The night will pass,
the dawn will rise,
but even in darkness,
His comfort is enough.

02/11                   Psalm 55:22

“Cast your burden on the Lord, and he will sustain you.”

   •     God invites believers to place their burdens on Him.

   •     Sustenance is His promise, even in difficulties.

   •     Casting burdens shows trust in His care.

   •     His ability to sustain is limitless and faithful.

   •     True comfort comes from relinquishing control to God.

02/10                   John 14:27

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you.”

   •     Jesus offers a peace distinct from worldly calm.

   •     His peace is rooted in divine assurance and love.

   •     It surpasses circumstances, calming troubled hearts.

   •     The promise is personal: “My peace I give you.”

   •     Comfort comes from abiding in His peace.

“The Peace That Remains”

1

The storm rises on the horizon,
winds howl, waves crash,
the world calls for fear,
but He whispers, “Peace, be still.”

2

Not the peace of quiet streets,
or the absence of war,
but the stillness of the soul
anchored in something greater.

3

It is not found in riches,
not held by power,
not granted by kings,
but given by the King of Kings.

4

The nations rage,
the rulers scheme,
but His throne does not shake,
His kingdom does not fall.

5

He walks through locked doors,
stands among the fearful,
breathes out His Spirit,
and says, “Peace be with you.”

6

The world offers comfort,
temporary, fading,
but His peace is eternal,
woven into the fabric of grace.

7

In suffering, it remains,
in trials, it holds firm,
a peace not dependent
on what the eyes can see.

8

The cross loomed before Him,
pain, betrayal, death—
yet He did not tremble,
for peace is trust in the Father.

9

Come, all who are weary,
lay down the burden of worry,
take up the gift of rest,
for He has overcome.

10

The world may shake,
the night may darken,
but His peace is a light
that no shadow can consume.

02/09             Psalm 46:1

“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”

   •     God is both a shelter and a source of strength.

   •     His presence is immediate and reliable in hardship.

   •     Refuge implies protection; strength implies empowerment.

   •     Troubles remind us of His sustaining power.

   •     Trust in God brings unshakable comfort.

Morning Prayer

Heavenly Father,

We come before You with hearts lifted in gratitude and humility, acknowledging Your sovereignty over all nations and peoples. You are the One who establishes kings and rulers, and today, we intercede for the leaders of the United States, Israel, Jerusalem, Japan, and China. Guide them in wisdom, righteousness, and truth. May they seek You in all decisions and be instruments of peace and justice.

Lord, our hearts are heavy for the lost—those wandering in darkness without the hope of Christ. Let Your Spirit move across this world, breaking chains and drawing souls to the light of Your salvation. Use us, Lord, as Your hands and feet, that we may be vessels of love, truth, and grace to those who are searching.

We lift up this day before You. Whatever it holds—challenges, joys, difficulties, or unexpected turns—help us to face it with courage, faith, and the assurance that You are in control. Mold us to be more like Christ in our words, actions, and thoughts. Let every conversation, every task, and every moment be an offering of worship to You.

We pray for the work You have given us—fundraising and friend-raising. Open doors, soften hearts, and provide what is needed. May every resource be multiplied for Your glory and every connection be one that honors You.

Bless our families, protect them, and keep them steadfast in faith. Strengthen our relationships, deepen our love, and help us reflect Your kindness in our homes.

We especially lift up our leader, as he navigates the challenges and chaos of leadership. Give him clarity, wisdom, and endurance. Surround him with godly counsel, refresh his spirit, and anoint his work for Your purposes.

Thank You, Lord, for this new day, for Your mercies that are new every morning, and for the privilege of walking with You. May we serve You well today.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Morning Reflection: A Poem for the Day

The sky stretches open,
whispering the call of the new day.

The weight of the world does not wait,
neither do the voices, the demands,
the struggles pressing at the edges of our hearts.

Yet here, in the quiet moment before the rush,
we remember—
You are already ahead of us.

Every burden we will carry,
every word we will speak,
every face we will encounter—
none are unseen by You.

Today will not be easy.
There will be decisions that test us,
problems that seem impossible,
chaos that pulls at the fabric of peace.

But You are near.
In the uncertainty, You are wisdom.
In the struggle, You are strength.
In the noise, You are the still, small voice
reminding us to trust.

So, we rise.
Not alone, not empty, not defeated—
but chosen, equipped, and called.

Let this day be Yours.
Use us, shape us, lead us.
May we walk with faith,
speak with love,
and stand firm in grace.

Amen.

02/08             2 Corinthians 1:3-4

“Blessed be the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction.”

   •     God is the ultimate source of comfort in trials.

   •     He equips us to share that comfort with others.

   •     Affliction reveals the depth of God’s compassion.

   •     His comfort flows generously to every believer.

   •     We are conduits of His peace to the world.

02/7                            Matthew 11:28-30

“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”

   •     Jesus invites the weary to find rest in Him.

   •     His yoke represents discipleship, but it is light.

   •     He offers relief from burdens we cannot bear alone.

   •     Rest in Christ is both spiritual and emotional.

   •     Comfort comes in surrendering to His care.