“Surely in vain I have kept my heart pure and washed my hands in innocence; for I have been stricken all day long and chastened every morning.” (Psalm 73:13-14)
We often tire of the struggle to do good, fighting against the stream of the culture. It hammers at us and weakens our resolve. We need to be saved. Salvation is not just some cosmic event that catapults us from here to there, but the daily struggle to keep from being pulled back down into the pit. The Lord is our help and an ever-present support in time of need. Turn to the Lord and live.
Lord, I need Your grace and I need the help of the Holy Spirit to guide me through the pitfalls of this world. Every day I am tempted to give it up and give in to the world’s chastening. Keep me in Your arms, for I am weak and cannot fight against the wicked. Lead me to praise You in season and out of season knowing that in You alone is the hope of life and life eternal.
Lord Jesus, You have come to rescue the downtrodden and weary. You have called for me to place the load on You. I struggle and want to carry the load myself. Help me place the load upon You and then look to You for guidance every step of the way. You are the One who must lead, for I cannot overcome this world and do not need to, for You already have. Help me, Lord Jesus. Amen.
