Im sitting on my couch and I begin thinking of all the things I need to figure out, all the uncertainties, and all of the unmade decisions. Honestly, it becomes just a tornado of thoughts and emotions. As my thoughts are spiraling a song comes on my spotify called
"Mighty God"
-Verse 1
Mighty God
I will follow you
You keep me safe
In the palm of your hand
You guide me up the mountain
You lead me in your will
My Father you are the fountain
There's power when I am still
-Chours
Mighty God
I will follow you
Soverieng God
I will follow you
All power is in your name
-Verse 2
Mighty God
I will follow you
You made a way for my soul to stand
You crowned my head with glory
You tore apart the veil
You brought me into your mystery
You're bringing me deeper still
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God begins to remind me that He isn't worried, He is never anxious, and in Him there is never uncertainty. So why am I anxious? I heard once that "The thing you find yourself worrying about the most is the exact place where you trust God the least". And oh how much truth this statement holds.
My current job can be very dangerous and I must be able to trust the people leading me. If a situation is heightened and my leader isn't worried then I know we are good. Why? Because I can trust they know what they are doing and know the direction we should take. This should be even more so with Jesus right? He never sleeps or slumbers, He sees all and knows all, and He always has my best in mind. So if my leader, my shepherd, my God is my protector, defender and guide , I have nothing to fear or be anxious about because I can trust in his character and intention.
Lets look at Psalms 25
Psalms 25: 1-5
"O Lord, I give my life to you. I trust in you, my God! Do not let my be disgraced, or let my enemies rejoice in my defeat. No one who trust in you will ever be disgraced, but disgrace comes to those who try to deceive others. Show me the right path, O Lord; point out the road for me to follow. Lead me by your truth and teach me, for you are the God who saves me. All day long I put my hope in you."
One thing I love about David is he gets honest with God. No matter what is going on in his life, whether he did wrong or others did, time and time again He comes back to his God who sees and hears his every word and cries out the promises of God. This is my prayer. My heart cries Lord here I am, take all of me, help me to trust you Jesus in every aspect of my life. You will point out the path for me to follow and you will lead me in truth and teach me as I journey... David says all day long I put my hope in you. No matter what is going on is my hope staying firm in God?
Psalms 25: 6-10
"Remember, O Lord, your compassion and unfailing love, which you have shown from long ages past. Do not remember the rebellious sins of my youth. Remember me in the light of your unfailing love, for you are merciful, O Lord. The Lord is good and does what is right; he shows the proper path to those who go astray. He leads the humble in doing right, teaching them his way. The Lord leads with unfailing love and faithfulness all who keep his covenant and obey his demands."
You know what, God is faithful. In small group today we touched on how faithful and good God is even in our unfaithfulness. Thank you Jesus that He keeps his promises despite my attitude. It is so good that when the Father looks at me, He sees his son Jesus and the perfect sacrifice that was in place for me. David cries out, that Gods love is unfailing and consistent all throughout the ages.
Psalms 25: 11-15
"For the honor of your name, O Lord, forgive my many, many sins. Who are those who fear the Lord? He will show them the path they should choose. They will live in prosperity, and their children will inherit the land. The Lord is a friend to those who fear him. He teaches them his covenant. My eyes are always on the Lord, for he rescues me from the traps of my enemies"
David isn't just asking God to forgive him and redeem him for is own sake but for the Lord. Why? Because the Lords character is revealed and displayed for all to see. That he is a righteous, forgiving, compassionate God who takes seriously the path of his children.
Psalms 25: 16-22
"Turn to me and have mercy, for I am alone and in deep distress. My problems go from bad to worse. Oh, save me from them all! Feel my pain and see my trouble. Forgive all my sins. See how many enemies I have and how viciously they hate me! Protect me! Rescue my life from them! Do not let me be disgraced for in you I will take refuge. May integrity and honesty protect me, for I put my hope in you. O God, ransom Israel form all its troubles"
Sometimes life and circumstances can feel a bit overwhelming. And when those times come, to whom do you set your eyes? To whom do you trust? To whom do you cry out? Where does your hope lie? The answer should be Jesus. The One who will be your refuge, the one who is your hope and salvation. The God who sees all, hears all, knows all and acts always on time.
My question is then today that I ask myself, where are the places that I I am worried and stressed? Then I am telling myself, take those same places and surrender it to God. Jesus can handle every burden and uncertainty. Rest in his truth. Connect to his presence and trust that He will never forsake me.
Get alone, talk to God and take a listen to what He is telling you and asking you to surrender today:
Thank you Jesus for being always for me, never against me. Help me to follow you Lord wherever you lead me. Forgive me Lord when I allow my anxious thoughts to dwell in mind. Help me Holy Spirit to surrender the areas of my life I feel I need to control and hang on to the most. Your goodness and mercy will follow me all of my days, Help me to trust and obey. You are Holy and True. AMEN