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Dear Young Christian:
Psalm 73 is one of my favorite Psalms, and I especially enjoy this verse: “Thou hast holden me by my right hand” (Psalm 73:23). In Scripture, the right hand is the hand of strength. And mine is held by the Lord Himself. This is a real comfort in times of trouble. The One who holds me by my right hand is stronger than all. My Lord, who is “upholding all things by the word of His power” (Hebrews 1:3), not only holds my hand, but I am held secure in His mighty hand, and He assures me, “Neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand” (John 10:28).
This gives us real confidence to go forward every day this week, knowing that we can never lose our salvation, and that we have all the strength we need for whatever we face. Go forth in the conscious sense of your hand in His and you will have happy, fruitful days and be a true overcomer, even in tough situations and rough places in the path of faith and service. “The Lord is at hand” (Philippians 4:5). In other words, He is always available.
Your Christian Friend,
Jim Hyland
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