God Is As Near As Your Next Breath

May the Lord bless and protect you; may the Lord's face radiate with joy because of you; may he be gracious to you, show you his favor and give you his peace. Numbers 6:24-26



I was speaking with a associate the other day. He was expressing how his daily schedule had changed because his family and extended families were both needing help from him. He didn’t seem stressed or overwhelmed. I was thinking about being spread too thin or the time spent running around helping everyone.

Concerned about his emotional well being I asked, “How do you feel about being pulled between two households?” He looked surprised at the question but didn’t hesitate on providing an answer. As his eyes widened with excitement, he stated, “If someone calls me to help them, that means that they believe 1) I am willing to help and 2) If I am unable to help, I can find someone to help. All they have to do is call.

I was surprised by this answer, expecting him to complain about his status as “fix it” man. But my heart quickly became warm when I thought about the people who depended on him and how they trusted him to help and take care of his extended family when needed. I smiled thinking about how his loved ones trusted that if something broke in the house, he would fix it. Or if someone needed a ride, he’ll gladly make time. And if someone came up short on bills, he would supplement.

As I thought about this brief conversation, it resonated in my spirit. You see, I have decided to commit myself to a class called Luke 1:38. This class is being facilitated by my Pastor Tacuma and First Lady Michelle Johnson. This is an intensive 6 month class dedicated to deepening my relationship with God. Since I made that commitment, my life has met many new challenges that have tested my patience, my view of the world, and even who I am.

But the blessing is realizing the Lord is as near as my next breath.

• I trust that when I cry out, the Lord will wipe my tears.


• I trust that when my heart is wounded, the Lord will massage my heart.


• I trust that when I open my mouth and speak life into a situation, the Lord creates an awakening.


• I trust that when the month is longer than my funds, the Lord will make a way.






I am reassured that God is only a prayer away.

Prayer Lord, I thank you for your grace and mercy. I am praising you just for being you, for being God. I am thanking you for never leaving me. I appreciate you being as near as my next breath. You’re awesome! Amen