What Should We Do Next? Let’s Turn to God
In the 1976 movie Network, the character Howard Beale famously declares, “I don’t have to tell you things are bad. Everybody knows things are bad.” He talks about unemployment, financial struggles, and fear—things that, honestly, still sound familiar today. His solution? Shouting frustrations out the window.
But God offers us something far better.The Bible reminds us to “learn to do right, seek justice, defend the oppressed, and help those in need” (Isaiah 1:17). And in another passage, He promises that if we seek Him and turn away from wrongdoing, He will bring healing to our land (2 Chronicles 7:14).
That’s comforting, isn’t it? Even when we’ve messed up, God assures us that He can restore us. If we choose to follow Him, we’ll experience His goodness (Isaiah 1:18-19). Temptation is real, but God always provides a way out (1 Corinthians 10:13). He has plans for us—plans for hope and a good future (Jeremiah 29:11).
So today, instead of focusing on fear, let’s focus on Him. Instead of dwelling on weakness, let’s rely on His strength. Instead of holding onto hate, let’s embrace His love. No matter how overwhelming life feels, God is calling us to come to Him (Revelation 22:17). He is, and always will be, the answer to life’s challenges.
Isaiah 1:17-19
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17 Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed.
Take up the cause of the fatherless; plead the case of the widow.
18 “Come now, let us settle the matter,” says the Lord.
“Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow;
though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool.
19 If you are willing and obedient, you will eat the good things of the land.
2 Chronicles 7:14
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14 if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land
1 Corinthians 10:13
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13 No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.
Jeremiah 29:11
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11 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future
Revelation 22:17
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17 The Spirit and the bride say, “Come!” And let the one who hears say, “Come!” Let the one who is thirsty come; and let the one who wishes take the free gift of the water of life.