Devotional 2-18-08

Read Psalm 56
When I am afraid, I will trust you (verse 3)

Pressure. Every day, many of us are under some type of pressure. There are projects to be completed at work, school projects that are due, music concerts to attend, or lists of other things that are important to each of us. We all have a fear of being taken over, to a degree, by the demands of life.

When we begin to feel trapped by these fears, we need to remember to trust in God. We simply need to take a few moments to realize that God is always with us, especially when we feel lost or afraid.

Psalm 56 reminds us that when our pressures and fears become unbearable He is there. God listens to all of our fears and problems. He listens when our lives are happy and “normal.” He listens even more when we are afraid.

When we take time to call on Him for help, we can be sure that he completely understands our problem and is ready to help. God is always ready to protect us from pressure and fear. What a truly amazing gift. Today’s world is so busy, to know that by simply asking for guidance, God is there to help show us the path.

Lord, thank you for all you do. In our busy lives, many times we forget to make time for you. Help us to realize that through you, all things are possible. Our greatest fears can be overcome, and our greatest enemies defeated when we place our faith and trust in you. Amen

Hulse Budd