Sunday Psalm Faithful In Times Of Need
How many times in our addictive lifestyle were people looking for us, seeking to do us harm? Perhaps we cheated them, stole something from them, or twisted their words so that we got something we wanted. Maybe we lied or made promises we knew we couldn’t keep. Perhaps there has simply been a misunderstanding, but now they are after us. No matter the reason, if we have repented of our past and invited God into our lives, we can call out to God for help.
O God have mercy on me, for people are hounding me. My foes attack me all day long. I am constantly hounded by those who slander me, and many are boldly attacking me. But when I am afraid, I will put my trust in you. I praise God for what he has promised. I trust in God, so why should I be afraid? What can mere mortals do to me? They are always twisting what I say; they spend their days plotting to harm me. They come together to spy on me—watching my every step, eager to kill me. (Psalm 56:1-6 NLT)
Before he became king of Israel, King David was hounded by many enemies who wanted to take his life. When he wrote the above Psalm, he was on the run from someone who hated him and was trying to kill him, even though David had done no wrong against this person.
David told God about his circumstances, admitted to being afraid, but then affirmed that even though he was fearful, he would trust God. David was building faith in God by reminding himself of the promises God had made to him and of the fact that God was faithful to keep His word.
We may be in a place where we are calling out to God because of the troubles that surround us. Perhaps we are wondering if God will fulfill His promises to us. God fulfilled His promises to David, and He will do the same for us. Today, in spite of our fears, let’s once again put our trust in God, praise Him for what He has promised to do, and watch as He keeps His word.
Prayer: Loving God, There are lots of challenges before me. I lack faith and find myself getting stressed and worried. I’m asking You to help me and trust that You will do as You have promised. With You at my side, I have nothing to fear from people around me. Amen
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