We get news of a loved one's tragic passing.

We face chronic illness or relationship strains or job losses.

In each situation, we long to actually FEEL God's presence. We long for His help. For a touch of His hand.

As I recently meditated on these things, God gave me His Word so clearly in Psalm 139:7-10, this beautiful picture of comfort,

7 Where can I go from Your Spirit? Or where can I flee from Your presence?

8 If I ascend into heaven, You are there;If I make my bed in hell, behold, You are there.

9 If I take the wings of the morning, And dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea,

10 Even there Your hand shall lead me, And Your right hand shall hold me.