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bluidkiti · 06-30-2014, 01:26 PM

God's Word For Today

In the Bad Times

Read Psalms 54:1 through 61:8

Saul was the king of Israel but David knew that he was next in line. Saul knew it, too, and intended to kill David. Saul tried on several occasions but failed. David and his men were on the run. It was a difficult time in David’s life—a time of fear and uncertainty.

At the time Psalm 57 was written, David was hiding in a cave. Saul and his army were probably not far away, perhaps closing in for the kill. David prayed.

Have mercy on me, my God, have mercy on me, for in you I take refuge. I will take refuge in the shadow of your wings until the disaster has passed (Psalm57:1).

What a great example. Too often our response to trouble is more like, “Oh, God, what am I going to do? This could turn out badly for me. I am scared.”

We need to remember that God is with us all the time. We should enjoy His presence during times of worship, but we also need His strength and protection when we are in danger. He will help us, just like He helped David.

Prayer Suggestion: Father, help me trust You, especially in the bad times.

06-30-2014, 01:26 PM	#1
bluidkiti Administrator Join Date: Aug 2013 Posts: 73,711	In the Bad Times God's Word For Today In the Bad Times Read Psalms 54:1 through 61:8 Saul was the king of Israel but David knew that he was next in line. Saul knew it, too, and intended to kill David. Saul tried on several occasions but failed. David and his men were on the run. It was a difficult time in David’s life—a time of fear and uncertainty. At the time Psalm 57 was written, David was hiding in a cave. Saul and his army were probably not far away, perhaps closing in for the kill. David prayed. Have mercy on me, my God, have mercy on me, for in you I take refuge. I will take refuge in the shadow of your wings until the disaster has passed (Psalm57:1). What a great example. Too often our response to trouble is more like, “Oh, God, what am I going to do? This could turn out badly for me. I am scared.” We need to remember that God is with us all the time. We should enjoy His presence during times of worship, but we also need His strength and protection when we are in danger. He will help us, just like He helped David. Prayer Suggestion: Father, help me trust You, especially in the bad times. __________________ "No matter what you have done up to this moment, you get 24 brand-new hours to spend every single day." --Brian Tracy AA gives us an opportunity to recreate ourselves, with God's help, one day at a time. --Rufus K. When you get to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on. --Franklin D. Roosevelt We stay sober and clean together - one day at a time! God says that each of us is worth loving.

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