Most of the Psalms were written during wilderness times; the Epistles, in prison. We can take comfort in knowing that when we are in the fire, God is about to use us in a mighty way.
"About Midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God..." In their darkest hour, they didn't forget God nor grow angry with Him. They knew from Whom their help came from and they knew their freedom was in their praise.
The rest of that Scripture states, "And the other prisoners were listening to them." Others are watching us as we endure life's storms.
"Suddenly there was an earthquake that shook the foundations of the jail. All the doors immediately flew open, and everyone's chains came off. "
May we be like Paul and Silas, confident that God will never forsake us even in the toughest of times. Our continual worship of Him will invoke His presence into our lives. Not only will it bring our freedom, but an open door to share the Gospel message to those who have watched our calm endurance.
(Acts 16:25-26, Philippians 4:4-7, 1 Peter 2:9, Hebrews 13:15)
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