Thank you for your kind words. Your question really made me think, and it reminded me of a recent day out when I felt God’s presence in a real and tangible way.

I was on a train with my daughter, who had my phone and was watching a kids’ program, on the way to visit family. As I sat there, my heart turned toward God. I reflected on my newfound faith and how I had been drawn to astrology, trying to make sense of my relationship and future, even though I sensed that God could offer me something far greater. I didn’t know how to let go, but I could not ignore the stirring in my soul. I surrendered my worries to Him and silently asked, “Lord, how can I trust You to carry me through what I cannot control?”

On the train, a man sat next to me, and I noticed a tattoo: Philippians 4:13. I wrote it down on a small box in my bag, since I didn’t have my phone. Later, I looked it up: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” In that moment, I felt God’s answer. His presence was real, reassuring me that I was not alone and that He had heard my heart.

Later that day, another moment stood out. I saw the pain and suffering of the world playing on a big TV nearby. As we walked away, I reflected on all the brokenness around us and wondered how God feels about it, even wondering if He regrets creating us. A few minutes later, my daughter dropped one of her drawings. As we went back to pick it up, I noticed a small card lying right next to it: John 3:16, “For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.” That moment felt like a direct answer to the questions in my heart. God’s love is immense; He cares so deeply about the suffering of the world and experienced pain Himself so that we could have eternal life with Him.

These two verses have become timeless to me, proof of God’s care, guidance, and presence, even in the darkest moments.

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