One way to deal with bad news is to disguise it, and corporate wordsmiths have turned this strategy into an art form. A well-known airline recently issued a press release saying it had “outlined a long-term plan to drive shareholder returns through new and existing initiatives aimed at enhancing the Company’s product advantage and service-oriented culture while delivering improved financial results.” The CEO added that the new focus would help the company “inspire humanity and its differentiated model of serving underserved customers.”

He is not afraid of bad news; his heart is firm, trusting in the Lord.

Psalm 112:7

Can you even begin to guess what this verbiage means? The answer is that the airline was adding new fees for checked baggage and reducing leg room to squeeze more seats into their airplanes. How this might “inspire humanity” is anyone’s guess.

There’s plenty of bad news in America these days – and new baggage fees are likely the least of your worries. But there’s no need to be fazed or afraid when your trust is in the Lord. As you worship Him today and pray for America, do so with a firm and glad heart. However uncomfortable the journey may be right now, your final destination is secure…and sure to inspire you!

Recommended Reading: II Corinthians 3:12-18