Turn Back to Trust

     Look through the Psalms for words of comfort, for words of encouragement, for words of understanding, for words of forgiveness, for words of hope and praise. The Psalms lead is to the character of God. We can continue to praise Him. He is worthy of our praise.

Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise. His greatness no one can fathom. Psalm 145:3

The righteous will inherit the land and dwell in it forever. The mouths of the righteous utter wisdom and their tongues speak what is just. The law of their God is in their hearts. Their feet do not slip. Psalm 37:29-31

     We are only made righteous through Jesus. It is Jesus that wipes the slate clean. It is Jesus that gives us wisdom and justice, Jesus that keeps us from slipping. His word keeps Satan away. His word gives us strength and always, always, hope.

Hope in the Lord and keep His way. He will exalt you to inherit the land. When the wicked are destroyed, you will see it. Psalm 37:34

     King David went through many dark nights of the soul. He cried out to God, time and time again, as we will, too. David’s heart always returned to trust and honor. Here is one example.

Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise Him, my Savior and my God. Psalm 42:5

     David repeats these phrases again and again in Psalm 42 and 43. It’s as if he is trying to convince himself to turn back to God. We may have to remind ourselves as well. Looking to God is always the answer. I will yet praise Him.

Lord,

Thank You for the Psalms that reflect our lives and bring us back to praise and honor You. You are worthy of praise.

In Jesus name,

Amen