Finding True Comfort in God

Anchor of the Week

"Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God."
— 2 Corinthians 1:3–4 (NIV)

The Trap of Worldly Comfort

We love comfort. We love our cozy beds, our routines, our coffee made just the right way. We love staying in places where we feel safe, predictable, and in control. Comfort isn’t a bad thing; it’s actually a gift from God. However, when comfort becomes our idol, it can prevent us from growing, trusting, and walking in faith. We need to realize that the comfort the world gives is fleeting, and the comfort God provides is everlasting.

This week, I released a new meditation called Held by Jesus, designed to bring you deep peace as you sleep. How many of us here seek mindless activities, endless scrolling, or food before we remember to seek it in Jesus? I’ve been plenty guilty of this, so it’s my prayer that you take a few moments tonight before bed to put your earbuds in, lie down, and enjoy the comfort of being held by Jesus as you drift off to sleep ever so peacefully.

Reflection on God’s Comfort

Psalm 23:4 takes us deeper: “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” This verse doesn’t deny the reality of suffering or fear. Instead, it declares that God’s presence makes even the darkest places bearable. We’re not promised a life without valleys, but we are promised a Shepherd who never leaves our side.

2 Corinthians 1:3 shows us the foundation: God isn’t just a giver of comfort, He is the God of all comfort. Comfort isn’t an afterthought in His character; it’s who He is. Every act of compassion, every bit of peace we’ve ever felt in the middle of chaos, is rooted in His very nature. When we cry out, He doesn’t ration out comfort sparingly; He overflows with it.

Nahum 1:7 takes it further, reminding us that God’s goodness is our refuge. Trouble will come. Scripture never hides that fact, but trouble doesn’t define us when God is our shelter. Think about that: a refuge isn’t just a place to pass through, it’s a safe dwelling. To trust Him is to step into that safety, to believe that even when the storm rages, His goodness and comfort hold strong.

Bible Story: Elijah Under the Broom Tree

In 1 Kings 19, Elijah hit rock bottom. He had just faced down the prophets of Baal in a spiritual showdown, but now he was utterly exhausted, scared, and ready to give up. He collapsed under a broom tree and prayed for God to take his life.

And what did God do? He didn’t scold Elijah. He didn’t tell him to “get it together.” Instead, He sent an angel to touch him and say, “Get up and eat.” Twice. God gave him food, water, and rest before sending him back out with new strength.

Elijah’s story shows us that God’s comfort often comes in small, practical ways, such as food for our nourishment, rest for our bodies, and His presence and connection for the replenishment of our souls. But notice: Elijah didn’t stay under the broom tree forever. Comfort was a gift, but it was also preparation to keep moving forward.

Practical Ways to Lean into God’s Comfort

• Trade worry for prayer: Next time your mind spins, whisper it straight to Him.

• Stretch your faith: Step outside your comfort zone when He nudges you. Most of the time, God’s comfort shows up after you’ve taken the scary step.

• Offer comfort to someone else: Send that text, make that call, pray for that friend. God often multiplies comfort when we share it with others.

Book Recommendations

If you want to go deeper this week, here are a few books that explore finding comfort in God:

• The God of All Comfort by Hannah Whitall Smith

• It’s Not Supposed to Be This Way by Lysa TerKeurst

• Streams in the Desert by L.B. Cowman

(Amazon affiliate links here with a friendly reminder: when you buy through these links, you’re also supporting Anchored in Faith, thank you!)

Final Thoughts

Comfort zones are easy to stay in, but they’re not where God grows us. He stretches us, calls us, and often nudges us out of what’s cozy so we can lean fully into Him. If you’re staring down a challenge or a change right now that feels scary, one that’s pushing you outside of everything familiar, turn back to these scriptures. Let them remind you that God is your comfort, your refuge, and your steady companion every step of the way. You’re not walking into the unknown alone. He’s already there, holding you through it and leading the way.

See you here next Sunday 🙂 

God bless you,

Amber ❤️🙏🏻