May the God of heaven and earth
be a very present help in your times of trouble.
Yet, may His presence be more than a safety net
on which you rely when your footing gives way.
May the God who is our fortress
embolden you as He provides you with peace
to lift up those who are hurting,
to comfort the weak,
to be like a stream that flows from the river of Christ
or a lamp that illuminates those lost in the night.
May you take comfort in the immanence of God from beginning to end,
knowing that the God who breathed life into Adam’s lungs
will one day wipe every tear from our eyes.
May the Lord bless you and keep you.
May the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you.
May the Lord lift up His countenance to you and give you peace.