Philippians 4:10-14 — “I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.” It has been 8 weeks since we’ve been able to gather for worship on the Lord’s Day. Many of us have adjusted to these circumstances and we’ve learned to be content. But the danger is for contentment to transform into…

II Corinthians 12:7-9 — “Lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh…” Perhaps the most difficult part of the coronavirus pandemic has been dealing with the changes that have been forced upon us. The pandemic has taken away our “normal life”…

Romans 12:12 — “Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer.” There is no doubt that the coronavirus pandemic is already proving to be a real test of our patience. The disruption to our regular patterns of life and the restrictions on gatherings have made it more difficult to have self-control and to…

Hebrews 4:15-16, Matthew 4:1-11 — Perhaps the greatest impact the coronavirus will have on many people is the experience of isolation. In order to slow the spread of the virus, the authorities have imposed restrictions on social gatherings and travel. These are likely to tighten in the weeks to come. There are real challenges associated…

I Peter 5:6-7 — “Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” — Running right alongside the coronavirus epidemic is an epidemic of anxiety. People across our nation are worried about their health and about major…