Isaiah 43:1-2

Where is God in the middle of these tragedies? Larry Davies shares a hard and horrible story of tragedy and asks where God is and helps walk us through Isaiah 43 and shows how it reflects the presence of God in our worst times through the people of God who help.

"But now, this is what the LORD says — he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: "Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name;..."

Inspirational illustration of Isaiah 43:1 -- But now, this is what the LORD says -- he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: "Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine."

What name do you go by? God has given us a new name and a new identity to go with his purposes; let's not let the world stick us with any of our old names.

"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you..."

Inspirational illustration of Isaiah 43:2-3 -- When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. For I am the LORD, your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior ...

God claims us as his beloved children. He has sacrificed for us to show us his love, and he promises to walk with us into the future. Demetrius Collins and Phil Ware lead us in a virtual, DIY, worship through words and music using YouTube videos to open our hearts to God's promise to us as his people, Jesus' church, to walk with us, protect us, and lead us into the future.

Life is hard, but God is great at helping us get THROUGH life's toughest challenges and will never abandone us! Max Lucado shares the encouragement that we can get through our tough times just like Joseph did his.