What assurance do believers have regarding God's support in times of trouble?
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Believers can trust that God will uphold them during hardship, as affirmed in Scripture.
Believers have a profound assurance of God's support during difficult times based on His promises. Isaiah 41:10 assures us: 'Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.' This verse demonstrates that God not only supports but also strengthens His people. Moreover, Psalm 37:24 reassures us that 'Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the Lord upholdeth him with his hand.' This indicates that even in moments of weakness and failure, believers are not forsaken; God is actively upholding them. Consequently, the faithful can rest confidently in His sustaining grace through every trial.
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