I used to walk along the seashore, and while walking, I would always see a second pair of footsteps beside mine. I was so happy during those times—carefree and content—believing that God was walking right beside me.
But suddenly, during a time when I felt depressed and was going through a rough patch in life, I noticed that the second pair of footsteps had disappeared. I realized they were missing whenever I was sad and disheartened.
I questioned God:
“Why did You leave me alone in my moments of sorrow? Why were You there with me only during the happy times? I can’t see Your footsteps during my most difficult days.”
God gently answered:
“My child, during your joyful moments, I was walking beside you—those two pairs of footsteps were yours and mine. But during your hardest times, the reason you see only one pair is because they are not yours… they are Mine.
In those moments, I was carrying you in My arms, walking your path for you. That’s why you couldn’t see the second pair—because I was the one holding you and fighting your battles.”
That is God’s protection.
And this is a reminder to everyone who feels they’re fighting their battles alone:
You are not alone. God is with you in every step of life🔱