Comforting Others In Their Time Of Need
Every person reading this post has experienced times of trouble and heartache and has needed comfort. No matter how big or small the issue you are facing, it can seem like the end of the world. I’ve been through more stressful times than I like to count. Thankfully, the Lord, family, and friends saw me through them. I want to think that I find ways of comforting others in their time of need.
Reflecting on My Own Trials
I’ve had my share of stressful times that felt overwhelming at the moment. But recently, as I watched the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene on the news, I was brought to my knees. My personal stresses pale in comparison to the destruction and despair so many people face in moments like these.
God, The Ultimate Comforter
2 Corinthians 1:3-4 NIV
3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, 4 who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.
In times of disaster or loss, it might be hard to feel or see the Lord’s comfort. But I know He is there, comforting those who have lost loved ones and homes. Even when it’s hard to recognize His presence, God is close to the brokenhearted, offering comfort and compassion.
How God Comforts Us in Our Time of Need
In my darkest times, I’ve found that God’s comfort often comes in unexpected ways. Here are a few ways I’ve experienced His presence when I needed it most:
Through Music
God’s comfort often reaches me through songs. There have been countless times when a song comes on the radio just when I need it. I find myself singing and dancing like a child, and it’s impossible to stay down when I’m belting out a joyful tune. It even reminds me of my grandmother, who always sang like no one was watching. 🥰️
Through Memories
Sometimes, when I’m feeling low, the Lord brings a forgotten memory to mind—a moment that makes me chuckle or smile. These unexpected memories remind me that God is still with me, offering joy in the midst of sadness.
In Nature
God’s creation is a beautiful reminder of His comfort. There are days when I feel blue, but then I’ll look out the window and see sunlight breaking through the trees, casting a golden glow. Watching the wind make the leaves shimmer lifts my spirit.
How Can We Comfort Others In Their Time Of Need
In 2 Corinthians 1:4, we’re reminded that God comforts us so that we can comfort others in their time of need. So, how can we do that, especially if we aren’t nearby or don’t know the person personally?
- Acts of Service
One of the most powerful ways to comfort others is by offering tangible help in any way you can. After Hurricane Helene, I saw people offering clothing, furniture, and supplies to those in need. One woman even offered to do laundry for anyone without power or water. Small acts of kindness can make a big difference. - Community Aid
My husband mentioned how our local airport is using helicopters to fly supplies into the hardest-hit areas. Roads are impassable, but organizations and churches are stepping up and donating supplies to be flown in. FEMA, the National Guard, and charities are all working together to bring relief. - Support Charities
One of my favorite ways to help during disasters is by donating to organizations like World Central Kitchen. This charity partners with local communities to deliver food and water to those in need. I’ve seen them in action, and they provide incredible comfort in tough times. - Reach Out with Words of Comfort
Comforting others doesn’t always require grand gestures. Something as simple as a phone call or a text can mean the world to someone in need. A Bible verse or an uplifting message can bring hope. A friend once gave me a small gift with Matthew 6:34 on it: “Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself.” That verse has brought me peace countless times.
Prayers Are Powerful
Let’s not forget that prayer is one of the most powerful ways we can comfort others. James 5:16 tells us that “The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” When we lift others up in prayer, we bring them before the God of all comfort. Even if we can’t be there in person, our prayers can make a world of difference.
To GOD Goes The Glory!
Have A Blessed Day!
Let’s end with a prayer
Lord, I lift up those who are hurting and in need of comfort today. I ask that You wrap them in Your love and peace. Help us to be Your hands and feet, comforting others as You have comforted us. Show us the ways we can serve and bless those who are struggling, and give us hearts full of compassion. Thank You for never leaving us alone in our darkest times. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
I always look forward to your Sunday message. Yes, praying more now than ever. The older I get, the more I feel the need to talk to God.
As I read your prayer, I got tears in my eyes. Thank you for this timely reminder that God comforts us so we can comfort others. You are a Godsend, Tania!
Thank you for your words to encourage us to help others!
Thank you for allowing God to use you to comfort others! Thank for the scriptures you used as we know God’s word will never return Void
Beautiful message. We are made to comfort and take care of others.
Thank you for this beautiful message. ❤️
thank you for allowing God to use you in such a way probably not always known to you I hope all that read this express their thanks to you for your words of prayer and the scriptures you used God’s word never returns void!! Hope you have a great week.
A powerful post.
Thank you for these words of wisdom.
A beautiful uplifting post and a good reminder to help others.
Thank you so much for this beautiful message, so well-written! God bless you, Tania.
As we comfort others, we find comfort for our souls as well. Thank you for sharing, Tania!
Tania, I can’t adequately express how timely this post was today. I lost my husband unexpectedly on the 27th. Last week was filled with family, friends, visits, food, flowers, cards, and the funeral. Today is the beginning of the next phase of our lives without our loved one. In our conversations, we have marveled at the kindness of so many people during this time of grief, and we pledged to always try to be the same comfort to others in need. Thank you so much.
Nancy, this brings tears to my eyes. 😢 I get so many comments from ladies telling me that they recently lost their husband, and it always rips my heart out. I’m happy that you have lots of family and friends around you, and you recognized how much comfort they wanted to give to you. I’ll be praying for you this week since I know it will be hard when everyone goes back to their homes.
Thanks for sharing this with us!
Beautiful message. Thank you.
Tania Happy Sunday! Thank You very much for this post!!!! We always think 🤔 that we have it so bad 😔😭 but then we always hear of someone having it way worse than what we are going through in our life’s. I feel so bad for all of the hurricane victims and everything that they are going through and all that they have lost!!!! a lot of prayers 🙏 will be said for all of them. Let’s help in anyway that we can because we would want that help if we were in their shoes and going through everything that they are.
Love you message!
Blessing to you on this Sunday Morning Tania,
Thank you so much for your posts on Sunday. I really enjoy them.
We also were reminded in church today to Pray, Volunteer and Give to those in need.
As a Christian, I try to practice this everyday. May we remember not only the Hurrincane Helene people, but the first responders.
The first responders need everyone’s prayers. It has to be rewarding and heartbreaking at the same time. They make a difference in so many people’s lives, but they also see all the death and destruction up close.
Thank you for reminding us to reach out in the name of Christ. So thankful for all those who are helping during this time in NC GA SC and TN as well as FL. ❤️🙏🏻
I agree that reading about the damage of Helene made my troubles seem smaller. Thank you for this reminder of how we can be a part of comforting others!
Great message! We need to do more helping others rather than tearing down.
Thank you Tania for your encouraging post today as so many people can use more encouragement these days. I am from NC. We live an hour or so away from the devastating floods and aftermath from the horrific Hurricane Helene. Thank the Lord we were only without power for about week but no major damage where we live. My heart is breaking for “all” the ones who have lost their loved ones, homes, cars, property and everything and all those who are still struggling with the aftermath of the hurricane. I will shout praises of gratitude to so many first responders, EMT, police, fireman, rescue workers, medical staff, lineman, DOT, civilians, volunteers and many more that are helping all those affected to give them shelter, water, food and necessities. I will also give a shout out to the Billy Graham organization/Samaritan’s purse who are responding to so many people. I am praying for “all”.
~Lisa~
What a wonderful post. There are so many people suffering from Helene. Thanks for sharing your heart
I love your Sunday messages. Thank you for sharing them and bringing awareness of the need to pray and praise our Lord.
This message is just what the doctor ordered now. If we aren’t able to keep our eyes and hearts focused on Him, it’s real easy to feel overwhelmed. And now that it’s looking like Milton s going to be a strong hurricane when it hits FL mid week, which will bring more devastation. Let’s keep on praying!
Beautiful message & a beautiful prayer today! You are a blessing to so many. I am gonna save this so I can pray your prayer in the weeks ahead.
Enjoy your emails ! I wonder some days how God has time to hear all our prayers. I keep him busy!
I Remember to thank him too.
Hi Tania,
I really enjoyed your post today. I enjoy reading all your posts. And all your pictures. Thank you! Have a great Sunday!
That was just so thoughtful and beautiful! Happy Sunday 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻
This is a meaningful post, Tania, and a reminder to appreciate what we have and to reach out to others in need. Thank you!
This is all so devastating and sad but I am so proud of this country in the help we are providing to these helpless people. Linemen from all over the country traveling to the affected areas and fixing electricity, people providing food and medical supplies, private pilots with helicopters air dropping supplies and getting people out, Walmart sending 60 trucks of food and supplies, it goes on and on. God bless these people and keep them all safe!!
Barbara, I am like you in feeling proud of those who are helping. Walmart has really stepped up, and I’ve seen that Lowe’s and Home Depot also donated a lot to the effort.
We have family affected by the damage of the storm in NC. They are all safe, their homes for some are okay, but a few have damage and need repairs. God has blessed us.
thank you so much for this…our prayers never ceasing for this heartbreaking time
Thank you for the verse from Matthew. I need to keep reminding myself of that. My husband is struggling with serious health issues currently.
It is so hard to remember, but try to take each day as it comes. I’m saying a prayer for you and your husband right now.
Thank you so much, Tania! It means the world to me. Every little bit helps.
Beautiful prayer and post. Eight Days of Hope is the organization I donated to that’s helping people in Georgia and North Carolina. My heart went out of this woman on YouTube who said they were going to run out of fresh water on Thursday.
Good morning,
I totally get what you’re talking about. I am a teacher and in charge of our sunshine committee, and I felt that our teachers are so overwhelmed that I needed to put together a paper to give to the teachers about their favorite things and put it in a notebook so that another staff member can put a little something in a teacher’s box just to pick them up for the day.
Nice, thx happy Sunday
Such a great post this morning. Thank you!!
Thank you for the beautiful post. Compassion, kindness, and prayer are the greatest gifts to give and receive.
Thank you Tania for another to the point post. I’ve not heard of World Central Kitchen, but feel there must be organizations that can get the job done to get immediate help to those who need it.
Tanya, I love that you close with a prayer….it is so needed! I feel like it is the bow around your Sunday gift to us! God bless you and your family.❤
Thank you for this post and for your witness.
Great ways they anyone can serve.
Thank you for the beautiful words of comfort. this is a stressful time for everyone, but as we work together we will be blessed. Even those who haven’t been directly impacted by the flood waters, there are many things we can do to help those who have been.
I know after the loss of my mom, it was the cards that came weeks later, letting me know someone was still thinking of me and acknowledging that I was still mourning. It’s often the little things that mean the most.
Well said. I have been comforted by all the ways you mentioned and more. Comforting others is our opportunity to glorify God as we serve the people around us. Thank you for your devotions.
Exactly! We are blessed in ways so that we can bless others.
and now I am smiling and crying at the same time, that is a lovely prayer 🙏
Amen!
Comfort comes in so many ways, large and small.
Thank you for your Sunday devotion, for the reminder that God is always with us, as a source of comfort and hope…❤️
Amen!
I love this post Tania! It’s a good reminder for everyone!
It’s so hard to watch the devastation from Helene!
Praying for everyone with damage, loss of loved ones and the crews helping them all dig out! 🙏🙏🙏
thank you for God’s word in this! Helping others is what we are called to do. Here in Maine, we’ve had devastating ice and winter storms, losing power for days, even weeks. I personally have been helped so much by kind people, so I know how it feels.
Amen, Sister. I would only add a reminder to strong, independent types like myself that we bless others when we allow them to serve us. I recently had a minor surgery and realized how much it stressed my loved ones and they needed to be with me and see that I was okay. That meant allowing them to bring me things, even things I didn’t need. One friend was delighted when I thought of an obscure grocery item I could use and she went to three stores to find it! It made her feel useful. I received enough soup to freeze and eat for a month after my recovery! It’s difficult to accept help when we don’t feel we need it or deserve it but sometimes it’s not about us!
Thank you so much for this post today. I am really going through a hard time right now and I have no friends or family to talk to I am leaning on God. I appreciate this so much! When the trail is so hard that you can’t sing turn on K-Love and let others sing to you
R,
I am praying for you during your time of need. Although things are very difficult, know that God loves you and He is right there beside you. ❤️
Great post