Key Verse:

“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction…”

— 2 Corinthians 1:3–4

Rooted Truth:

God doesn’t just see our pain—He meets us in it with His comfort, and equips us to comfort others.

Faith Story:

Horatio Spafford knew deep valleys of sorrow. After losing his young son to illness and much of his wealth in the Chicago fire of 1871, he suffered an even greater tragedy: his four daughters drowned when their ship sank crossing the Atlantic.

On his own voyage to meet his grieving wife, the captain pointed out the spot where his daughters had died. There, Spafford penned the words to It Is Well With My Soul. His comfort didn’t come from circumstances improving—it came from the God who held him in the valley.

The God of all comfort meets us not with empty words, but with His presence. And from that comfort, He calls us to comfort others walking through their own valleys.

Scripture for Deeper Roots:

Psalm 34:18 – “The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”

Isaiah 49:13 – “…the LORD has comforted his people and will have compassion on his afflicted.”

Matthew 5:4 – “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”

Daily Practice:

Ask God to bring to mind one person who is hurting right now. Pray for them and reach out with a word of encouragement, reminding them they are not alone.

Daily Prayer:

Father, thank You for being the God of all comfort. When my heart is heavy, remind me that You are near. Use me as an instrument of Your comfort in the lives of others today. Amen.

Deep Reflection:

• When has God’s comfort carried you through a painful season?

• How might your valley become a testimony to encourage someone else?

• Who in your life needs to experience God’s comfort through you?

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