God’s Word During a Hard Time

I remember the first time I switched schools, I was in first grade and we were moving to the country so I transferred to Oak Valley for second grade. That was a hard time for me. Honestly I was so scared, but guess what! I knew that Jesus and His guardian angels were watching over me! Now I love my new school and new friends, and I’ve learned a lot. God has a path for all of us. I know whatever path God has for me is good, and I want you to know God has a good path for you, too. Here I’ll tell you a story where Jesus came and swooped in for me recently. It all started Easter morning. We dipped eggs, we did an Easter egg hunt, it was great. Then my mom told us a story of how Jesus died on the cross and washed all of our sins away. So that night I prayed, “Jesus, you are good and I know you will guide me on a path, forgive me for any sins I have done today. You do miracles, help me be more brave during the Coronavirus.” Ok so I know how this COVID-19 is causing a barrel load of trouble and many of us are very scared, but JESUS is still looking out for us; he is watching over all of you! This is the verse that my brothers and I wrote down and put in our kitchen so we see it every day: “For the spirit God gave us does not make us scared, but gives us power, love, and self control.” 2 Timothy 1:7. This means God created us to be brave, even during a scary and lonely time like this! I have some ideas for you that might be fun while you’re sheltering at home.

1. Go to my instagram: @AvasBraveAdventures and join my virtual nature club! 

2. Have family fun days and play board games or play cards or hide and seek!

3. Do cookouts. 

4. Write a letter to encourage someone!

5. Use your imagination!  

6. Put on plays or puppet shows!

Don’t be scared or frightened by this virus we will make it through, and remember JESUS has a good plan for you through thick and thin!! Stay Safe! Wash your hands!!!