Devotion:
Read Psalm 143:5-8.
David’s enemies are chasing him and he is losing hope, paralyzed with fear. David is desperate for God to rescue him, and this psalm is a prayer request, a cry for help. He is at the end of his strength and falling into the pit of despair. Then David remembers. He remembers the past when God had rescued him. As he refocuses his thinking on God’s faithfulness, David finds the courage to stretch out his hands to God. He asks God to hear his cry for help. David expresses his trust in God and his desire to learn more of God’s steadfast love. He asks God for guidance.
These days are you finding yourself discouraged, disappointed, or even in the pit of despair? At times when we are having trouble pulling ourselves out, we can go to the Lord and express our true feelings. God offers his help in many ways, including through his Word, his Holy Spirit, and other people who are trained to offer godly wisdom and counsel. God wants to guide us through our storms.
Personal Worship Option:
Lift your hands in prayer today and ask God to guide you through whatever discouragement, disappointment, or despair you are experiencing. Pray as David did, “Teach me to do your will, for you are my God.”
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