I don’t know about you, but even in situations that are far less stressful than imminent war and oppression, I forget to turn to God first for guidance and comfort. Of course, I eventually go to God, but first on the list might be Google, or worrying about it for a while, or trying to figure out how I can carry the burden on my own.

But those times when I remember to pause, and center myself in God’s presence, and open myself to God’s wisdom… oh my! Those times are so much easier and so much better!