Have your hardships drowned out your joy?
- Perceive: In the next three sections, David describes how God saved him from his enemies (verses 16–19) and then reflected on why God saves him (20-27), followed by an eloquent description of the Lord’s goodness to him (verses 28–34). When he felt such distress that it was like drowning, he cried out to God (16-17). He sets a fabulous example for all to follow. David was faithful to the Lord, and God was faithful to act on his behalf. The way we relate to God often determines how the Lord relates to us.
Practice: When David felt helpless and weak, he looked to the Lord for rescue. When you wish that God would quickly rescue you from your hardships, keep in mind that He can deliver. He can provide support. His arm is not too short (Isaiah 59:1). Hardly ever does His will and His timing match our will and timing. When you feel like you’re drowning in hardships, ask God to help you, keep you on the right course, and protect you from harm.
Pray: Great and mighty God, please continue to shore me up and fill me with Your power and presence. Help me make sense of all that is going on in my life and place my trust in Your divine interventions.
This devotional challenge comes from The Heart of a Lion - King David of Israel and is available on Amazon.com
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