“For I, Yahweh your God, will hold your right hand, saying to you, ‘Don’t be afraid. I will help you.’
Isaiah 41:13 (WEB)
Held by His Hand
In Isaiah 41, Yahweh speaks to the nations and reassures Israel of His unwavering support. Before verse 13, God promises Israel defense against adversaries, and afterwards, He speaks of empowering them and transforming their circumstances. The verse emphasizes God's personal involvement with His people by the tender image of holding Israel's right hand, coupled with the repeated assurance, "Don’t be afraid" and "I will help you." Today, consider what it means to have someone hold your hand during uncertain times. Take a moment to hold someone's hand—either physically or metaphorically—and offer them a word of comfort or help.