God's Glory Church

“I trust in You, O Lord, You will answer, O Lord my God!” — Psalm 37:16

Volunteers, members of an organization for the rescue of domestic animals in Australia, found a stray sheep. The dirty wool (which weighed over 75 pounds) made it difficult for her to move. The rescuers assumed that the sheep had been wandering in the bushes for at least five years. Volunteers cut off her heavy wool. Freed from her burden, the sheep, which was called Baarek, ate it. Her legs got stronger. And she began to feel more confident, being next to other animals in the shelter.

The psalmist David understood what it was like to be oppressed under the yoke of heavy burdens, what it was like to feel forgotten and lost and to desperately desire a rescue mission. In the 37th Psalm, David cried out to God. He felt alone, betrayed and helpless (vv. 12-15). At the same time, he prayed with confidence: “I trust in You, Lord, You will answer, Lord, my God!” (v. 16). David did not deny his predicament and did not minimize his inner turmoil and physical discomfort (vv. 17-21). However, he believed that God is near and He will answer at the right time in the right way (vv. 22-23).

If we feel weighed down by physical, psychological, or emotional burdens, God remains committed to the rescue mission He has planned since the day we were created. We can count on His presence when we cry to Him: “Hurry to help me, Lord, You are my salvation!” (v. 23).

How has God shown His faithfulness when you have felt down? How has God comforted and supported you through other people?

Gracious God, help me to encourage those who feel depressed, lost or forgotten.

Author: Sosheel Dixon