Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. This description of the Father as the God of all Comfort reveals an integral part of who He is. Throughout the Scriptures, examples abound of Him giving comfort or promising to do so in the future. In Psalm 23, the psalmist finds comfort in the rod and staff of the Good Shepherd, symbols of protection and individual attention, relieving every fear through God's presence. In Psalm 71:21, the psalmist trusts that God will comfort him on every side during severe trials, showing that God's comfort is complete, thorough, and consistent. Psalm 119 highlights that God's word, judgments, and merciful kindness are sources of comfort, reminding His children of His nature and bringing hope. In Psalm 94:19, the psalmist notes that even amidst a multitude of anxieties, God's comforts delight his soul. Through the prophets, such as Jeremiah and Isaiah, God continually comforts His people. In Jeremiah 31, He promises to turn Israel's mourning to joy, comforting them and replacing sorrow with rejoicing. In Isaiah 66:13, God compares His comfort to that of a mother comforting her son, affirming that He understands the tribulations of His people and will comfort them as only the Creator can. In Isaiah 61:1-2, the Spirit of the Lord God anoints to comfort all who mourn, showing that regardless of past experiences, we have the God of all Comfort as our Father. As we are comforted by Him, He can use us to comfort other members of the Family of God. Through God's work in us, we grow in understanding how to relate to others, learning to comfort them as He comforts us. As the Father and the Son become more real to us, They heal us and supply whatever is needed for eternity with Them. God offers to be our support, encouragement, relief, security, and example. He is the only Perfect Parent, and through drawing closer to Him, we overcome fears, anxieties, and tendencies that hinder connection with His Body. His constant and unchanging nature provides security, His forbearance teaches us to forbear with others, and His faith allows us to trust Him with the management of our lives. As II Thessalonians 2:16-17 states, may our Lord Jesus Christ Himself and our God and Father, who has loved us and given us everlasting consolation and good hope by grace, comfort your hearts and establish you in every good word and work.