Isaiah 43:1-7 -- Even in the midst of difficulty, God promises his people that he is watching over them. He beckons them to trust and to not be afraid, for the coming Savior will protect them. Jesus, the savior who arrived two thousand years ago, extends this promise to all peoples from all corners of the earth. By faith, we have hope of his presence today, as well as a hope for a future where we will be safe in the presence of God for all of eternity.