Who comforts like God does? Find a troubled, sorrowful believer, and offer sweet promises and comforting words. They may not hear, lost in their own sorrows. Despite your best efforts, you might only get a sorrowful nod, not a song of praise.

But when God reaches out, suddenly the mourner's eyes light up with hope. You didn't manage to lift their spirits, but the Lord did. He is the God of all comfort. Real healing comfort is found in Him alone.

It's amazing how one word from God can create countless songs in a believer's heart. One promise is like a treasure, providing strength and hope for weeks on end. So don't despair, troubled Christian. Go to the Comforter and ask for His consolation.

When you're dry like an empty well, remember you need God to fill you. Just like priming a pump with a bit of water, ask God to pour joy into your heart first, and soon it'll overflow. Turn away from worldly comforts. They may disappoint, like Job's comforters. Instead, seek your God, who lifts the downcast. You'll say, "In the multitude of my thoughts within me, Your comforts delight my soul."