Today’s Scripture Reading: Psalms 115-118
Have you ever been let down by a family member, friend, church member, or colleague?
Most of us have been let down more times than we can count.
And
Unfortunately, we have let others down many times as well.
God’s Word is so practical, so real, so 21st century…
In my distress I prayed to the Lord,
and the Lord answered me and set me free.
The Lord is for me, so I will have no fear.
What can mere people do to me?
Yes, the Lord is for me; he will help me.
I will look in triumph at those who hate me.
It is better to take refuge in the Lord
than to trust in people.
It is better to take refuge in the Lord
than to trust in princes.
Psalm 118:5-9
Wow! It’s pretty plain, pretty cut and dried…
It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in people.
It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in princes.
People will let you down.
Princes (governments, public officials, and leaders) will let you down.
Give them grace, cut them some slack, forgive them, pray for them, and love them but don’t put your complete trust in them. That trust is for God alone.
If you have a minute, enjoy this song by Kari Jobe. It’s a great song to listen to when you feel you’ve been let down by people.
Lord, We trust You!
© 2012 Dianne Guthmuller
Tomorrow’s Scripture Reading: Psalm 119
I know so many hurting people today. This is so encouraging!