A New Normal

The ushering in of Covid-19 in January 2020 ushered in what is called by many “a new normal.” What is meant by “new normal”?  People not greeting one another with a handshake or hug. Social distancing. Wearing face masks. Gloved hands.  Not gathering to worship.  There is speculation about if and when we will return to life the way it was pre-Covid-19. We are told to trust the medical experts and follow their advice. People are trying to adapt, to trust.  We don’t know what the future holds, but as the saying goes, we know who holds the future – a faithful creator. First Peter 4:19 encourages believers, “Therefore, those also who suffer according to the will of God shall entrust their souls to a FAITHFUL CREATOR in doing what is right.” Will there be a day when the mandate is to denounce the One we worship? Yes. That day is already here in many countries. Christian persecution has always existed. When that day comes, what are we to do? We are to entrust our souls to our Faithful Creator even as we entrust our souls to Him today.

FAITHFUL CREATOR, we praise You that we can trust You and entrust our souls to You.