Devotionals
- I waited patiently for the LORD to help me, and he turned to me and heard my cry. (Psalm 40:1 NLT)
In such a circumstance, few of us would be able to keep calm, unless we have the peace of God in us. Without God’s peace, we would likely feel unease, worried, afraid or even crumble under much stress, just as Jesus’ disciples did in the face of the storm (Matthew 8:23-27). But like our Lord who was able to rest amid the storm, God has given me a peace that surpasses all understanding to guard my heart and mind in Him (Matthew 8:24; Philippians 4:7).
Whenever we are in a spirit of turmoil or facing surmounting stress, therefore, let us stay calm in the Lord and be like King David who said in Psalm 40 (NLT):
- v.1-2
I waited patiently for the LORD to help me,
and he turned to me and heard my cry.
He lifted me out of the pit of despair,
out of the mud and the mire.
He set my feet on solid ground
and steadied me as I walked along.
v.4-5
Oh, the joys of those who trust the LORD,
who have no confidence in the proud
or in those who worship idols.
O LORD my God, you have performed many wonders for us.
Your plans for us are too numerous to list.
You have no equal.
v.8
I take joy in doing your will, my God,
for your instructions are written on my heart.
v.13
Please, LORD, rescue me!
Come quickly, LORD, and help me.
Let us therefore not fret in times of difficulties. Instead, let us look to God with expectancy. What we do while waiting is important. If walking in the surroundings of nature or doing a certain thing we love helps us draw closer to or commune with God, let us make time to do so. Like me, all of us can experience the renewing of the spirit and peace beyond comprehension, if we take time to come away and walk with God.
Dear Lord, help us to keep our calm in times of turmoil and storm. Teach us to patiently wait for Your help. Lift us out of despair Lord, and grant us Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Renew our minds and spirit, and set our feet on solid ground as we walk along. Come quickly O God and rescue us in our need. We put our complete trust in You O Lord, for we take joy in doing Your will.
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