The Lord drew me up out of a horrible pit, out of the miry clay,

And set my feet upon the rock. He steadied my steps and established my goings.

He has put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to my God.

Do not be too concerned about what may happen tomorrow, the same everlasting Father who cares for you today will take care of you tomorrow and every day. Either he will shield you from suffering or he will give you unfailing strength to bear it. Be at peace, then, put aside all anxious thoughts and imaginations  and say continually, “The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart has trusted in him and I am helped.  He is not only with me but in me and I in him.”