Day 14
The challenges and difficulties of life change in each decade.
It’s been my experience that crises in my life have not been as drastic as some that others have experienced. Yes, childhood physical difficulties like three operations for a seven-year-old, bullying by playmates and “that’s too bad” comments from adults at the patches over my right eye, the one that could actually see, and glasses on my three-year-old tiny face, did affect me. I remember “failing” the eye test every year in school in front of all my classmates who seemed eager for me to fail. That hurt. They, nor I, did not understand why I couldn’t catch the ball, couldn’t judge distances, and looked like a fool on the playground. My enthusiasm was fine; my vision was not; hurt feelings damaged my self-confidence. I felt inadequate, unable to accomplish what I wanted, and at times discouraged. Thankfulness was far from my soul.
Today’s Scripture: “Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise Him, my Savior, and my God.” (Psalm 42:5)
Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father. It is so much easier to praise you when things are going my way. I am filled with praise, raise my hands in adoration, and sing with gusto. Some days, however, you know all too well, I am feeling sad. I know these times are the ones where I need to talk to You the most. Forgive my lack of trust in Your ability to renew a right spirit within me. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
Day 14
Scripture references showing God is faithful, especially in times of trial or difficulty
“The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Those who know Your name will trust in You, for You, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek You.” (Psalm 9: 9-10)
“He reached down from on high and took hold of me; he drew me out of deep waters. He rescued me from my powerful enemy, from my foes, who were too strong for me. They confronted me in the day of my disaster, but the Lord was my support. He brought me out into a spacious place; He rescued me because he delighted in me.” (Psalm 18: 16-19)
“The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid? When evil men advance against me to devour my flesh, when my enemies and my foes attack me, they will stumble and fall. Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear. Though war break out against me, even then will I be confident.” (Psalm 27: 1-3)
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