“Lead me in thy truth, and teach me: for thou art the God of my salvation; on thee do I wait all the day.” – Psalm 25:5
In this chaotic world that we live in, it is easy to get overwhelmed. With the exponential increase of technology… social media, cellular networking, even microwaves, and so much more, we live in a world that’s on the fast track! Trying to keep up with our obligations and responsibilities is almost impossible, yet we struggle daily to do exactly that! It IS overwhelming, and often we find ourselves drowning! So what can we do to alleviate the increasing feelings of helplessness and hopelessness?
My pastor, Tim Campbell, wrote this devotion that addresses this exact issue. With his permission, I have reposted his devotion here in my blog. I hope you are as blessed from it as I was.
“Overwhelmed is a word that we have redefined over the past couple of years. When something happens over which we have no control, the natural tendency is to lower our attitude and spirit and become overwhelmed.
King David had been in times like that when he was running for his life or facing overwhelming odds against an enemy set on destroying him. But in those most helpless times, David set his heart to trust in God. He chose to rise higher and reach out to the Rock of his salvation. As a shepherd, David knew every high rock in the region where he had grown up. From the high rock, he had learned that his view of things was much better. He could grasp the big picture. He could see where the enemy was and see the places where he could stand or hide!
We have the same Rock in the Lord, our Shepherd. He will always lead us in the darkest times to the Rock so that we might have hope and a different perspective from those that do not know and trust Him. Whether it be a consequence of sin, the challenge of your life, or a catastrophe that overwhelms your soul, cry out to the Lord and ask Him to lead you. It is amazing how in a time of trouble, the touch of a leading hand can bring great comfort and courage.
Take the Lord’s hand today. Follow Him to Higher Ground and stand on the promises of Scripture. You will see highways of faith and God’s plans for your life. You will see beyond the situation to a Savior who loves you! Overwhelmed today? Move Higher!”
O safe to the Rock that is higher than I,
My soul in its conflicts and sorrows would fly;
Alone I would perish, undone would I be;
Thou blest “Rock of Ages,” I’m hiding in
Hiding in Thee, hiding in Thee,
Thou blest “Rock of Ages,” I’m hiding in Thee.
(from “Hiding in Thee” by William O. Cushing)
“Keep me as the apple of the eye, hide me under the shadow of thy wings...”- Psalm 17:8
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Jesus truly is our Rock in a weary land!