Living Like Jesus in a Broken WorldНамуна

Confidence in God When the World Shakes

Big Idea: Our hope isn’t built on what we see in the headlines but on the God who never changes.

Have you ever scrolled through the news and felt your chest tighten with anxiety? Violence, instability, and division make it feel like the world is crumbling. The church community in first-century Thessalonica knew that feeling too.

They faced persecution, social division, and fear for the future. In that tense space, Paul, an early church leader, reminded them to rest in this simple yet powerful truth: They were loved by God and chosen by God.

The same is true for you today.

Yes, the world is broken. Yes, injustice, grief, and violence are chronic problems. And yes, broken relationships, sickness, and death impact our daily lives. But even in a broken world, you’re not abandoned.

As Paul reminded the Thessalonians, our confidence doesn’t rest on our circumstances but on a faithful God.

Over the next few days, we’ll explore in 1 Thessalonians what it looks like to live and love like Jesus, even when it feels like the world is falling apart. Here’s a quick spoiler: It’s all rooted in our identity as loved children of God with a purpose.

So if life feels chaotic or impossibly difficult, keep holding on. You’re not alone; God is with you. He’s close, and He cares.

Challenge: When anxiety rises today, pause and pray: “God, thank You that I’m secure in Your love.”

Don’t struggle alone. If you need prayer, let us know! We’d love to pray alongside you and offer spiritual next steps.