You can’t control the weather. You aren’t in charge of the economy. You can’t un-wreck the car. But you can do this: you can map out a strategy. Remember, God is in this crisis. Ask him to give you a plan—two or three steps you can take today. Seek counsel from someone who’s faced a similar challenge. Ask friends to pray.  Look for resources. Reach out to a support group. Make a plan.

You’d prefer a miracle? You’d rather see the bread multiplied or the stormy sea turned to glassy calm in a finger snap? God may do this. Then again, he may tell you, “I’m with you. I can use this for good. Now, let’s make a plan.”

You see, God’s sovereignty doesn’t negate our responsibility. Just the opposite – it empowers it. So trust God to do what you can’t. Obey God and do what you can. You’ll get through this.

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