“They have prepared a net for my steps; my soul is bowed down; they dug a pit before me; they themselves have fallen into the midst of it. My heart is steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast; I will sing, yes, I will sing praises!” (Psalm 57:6-7)
In the midst of the turmoil of the world, many will lament, curse God and join in the fray. But will that change the rampant sin that prevails? No, it will not. Praise the Lord in all seasons and know that You have His promise that everything will work for His glory. Know that the Lord is good in the midst of all that is not good. Let your heart be steadfast and praise the Lord at all times.
Lord I often spend time in laments, but not in praise. Praise is not an emotion, but an attitude. Guide me to see in You hope and a future. Lead me into the life to which You have called me that I would go with hope in You. No matter what happens in this life, lead me O Lord to walk in Your ways, praising You for all that comes. Keep my heart steadfast upon You.
Lord Jesus, You know the pain and suffering more than any other, for You took it all upon Yourself. Help me know that this is true that I may walk with You confidently trusting in all that You have done. Let me work through every adversity while You are shaping me day by day to be more like You. Lead me, O Lord, and grant my feet the ability to follow. Amen
