God’s word unites people throughout space and time. Take today’s psalm, for example. Written by David as he hid in an ancient Near East cave about 3000 years ago, this psalm is just as relevant and applicable to us today.
Our family lived in the Middle East, sharing life with people from all over the world. We’ve witnessed brothers and sisters follow Jesus even as it leads them into persecution. Some have had to flee from their own families and countries to obey Jesus Christ. The loss was so profound, and the wounds were deep. Yet their resolve resembled David’s: our God is bigger than the threats that chase us.
I haven’t suffered persecution like these friends, but I’ve experienced the loneliness that accompanies doing hard things for the Lord. A friend and I recently looked at Psalm 142 to process the harm we’ve experienced at the hands of others for doing what was right in the Lord’s sight. It’s true, the Lord does deal generously. He hears our cries and rescues us.
David’s only option was to trust and wait on the Lord. Truthfully, I want more options. I want to “control” what happens. Can you relate? It feels easier to run to work, relationships, doom scrolling, entertainment, shopping, and checking accounts to gain a sense of comfort and stability in uncertain times.
David lost his home, reputation, and possessions, but his reflex was to cry out loud to the Lord. He cried out complaints and pleas for mercy. He confessed his own weakness and ran to the only refuge He had. (Hint hint: it’s not the cave he’s hiding in.)
Do we shelter in the Lord as David did? If God is our portion and greatest treasure, our prayer life will reflect this. Prosperity can sometimes numb our need for God. Pastor Charles Spurgeon said about Psalm 142, “Had David prayed as much in his palace as he did in his cave, he might never have fallen into the act which brought such misery upon his later days.”
True faith confesses sorrows and troubles to the Father. True faith pleads with Him first for help. True faith despises self-reliance and hopes in the Lord who saves. Sisters, let’s take time today to shelter in the Lord, our portion and shield. Let us pray.
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I needed this. I remember growing up, I was taught that you don’t dare complain about anything let alone complain to God. It’s reassuring to know that I can confess my troubles and sorrows and I can ask for His help. And I don’t have to feel shame or guilt when I do it. He is my refuge. When everything and everyone leaves me to fend for myself, I am reminded that He never left. And will never leave me. I love you Lord.❤️
Tina – “I Need Thee Every Hour” has come into my mind several times recently. It was nice to hear it speaks to you as well. Thank you for providing the lyrics.
Kristen, what a beautiful prayer. Thank you for sharing it.
Lauren
Prayers for you and you family
Praying for the Lord’s protection and guidance, healing.
Call out to Jesus in all things
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Emma Rageth I’m praying for you.
Grab Jesus’s hand and make that first step. He will stay right by you!
This was just what I needed today. I am really struggling with following the Lord’s instructions to drop a client from my small business. I have been unwilling to drop them for fear of loss of control over how they will respond and loss of finances. May I have the courage to follow through this morning, regardless of how she responds.
Thank you Heidi your words helped so much! Elliot! did have a better day on Tuesday so praise the Lord God is faithful amen!
Really appreciate everyone’s comments. In a dry season, it helps me redirect my focus and see things in a different light.
Continued prayers for my husband/our family. He had another ptsd episode last week and broke a window in our garage. It was scary, I’m thankful the kids weren’t awake to see it.
I’m getting weary of the ups and downs. Of things looking like they’re moving forward, then we’re back where we started. Need wisdom for next steps/resources
This was convicting!! I do love to shop and sometimes use that as a way to numb things I need to deal with! Lord forgive me for being too materialistic at times!❤️
Cherrie Brewer I see you! I am lifting you up. Please feel the love of this community and our Lord. May I always remember to pray as much in my palace as I do in my cave
I see you Claire!
It touched me. I really think I need to read this.
I don’t think anything I post is ever seen here
Tina, Ditto, my human toxic trait is grabbing control.
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I was just thinking last night how money can dull our need for God, or our perception of that need. I pray that I would choose to rely on God even when life seems easy and I am tempted to depend on myself.
Always need to be staying in communion with God!
Sharon Jersey Girl, have fun in my home state visiting your family. If around this weekend, there is a 3 day Rhythm and Roots festival (Cajun music) and a partial waterfire on the river in Providence. Prayers lifted for so many needs right now dear sisters. He keeps us in His hands and under His wings always.
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Greetings My Sister Shes. The power of your prayers yesterday – following my lengthy lament – was so uplifting & inspiring. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you a thousand fold! My mood improved with each exhortation & word of encouragement. I came broken & left revived. And I see, through gentle prompting & further introspection, how I was placing my own sad & sorrowful & insecure self at the center of the story. The center of the story is really the call to Christ for the healing protection, health & welfare of my loved ones. The woman friend with the dementia. The woman friend with neck & throat cancer – from treatment, to ICU, to oncology ward, to skilled nursing facility. The woman friend with double mastectomy. The woman friend with hysterectomy. My woman friend who shares clinical depression. My brother with lung cancer. My feeling distraught, wringing my own hands, does not alter their progress or prognosis. When I fixate on the “tragedy” I miss the blessings. Health insurance! Friends! Family, by blood & by fate & by choice … especially grandchildren! Good neighbors! Food delivery! Prayer partners! Expert medical teams! Early detection! And more! All given by the Grace of God. Jesus doesn’t need my trying to supervise. Just step aside & let the Saviour be the Guide. And when I fail, as one She put it, to set my gaze on “His Hall of Fame”, again I miss the blessing. What our gracious & generous Lord has already done, is doing, and will do to hold those I love & me in His loving embrace. We all need compassion. We all need connection. We all need Christ to carry us through. And with divine wisdom He’s given us Shes to come alongside. YES, you & you & you!!! Amen & Amen
Happy Tuesday she’s
What a beautiful devo. Thank you for the rich wisdom that SRT and our faithful she’s always contribute. “Prosperity can sometimes numb our need for God”. What a warning. Thank you MARI V for your deeper reflection that made me think. Money can comfort us really well. Money is sweet with the options it can afford/provide. Hence we can slip off since prosperity does give us a false sense of control, comfort, confidence and power. While God urges us to depend fully on Him and forfeit our control, yield ourselves to walk into the unknown with trust, there is the cost to dot hat. That’s why the Lord said it is harder for a rich person to enter the Kingdom of God. It is very costly to forfeit the comfort and control that wealth brings, and many walk away sad (Matthew 19:21-22). Even our pain is ordained to draw us close to God. The cave moment is ordained for King David to return. God wants us to be the lender to nations (wealthy), above and not below, but not to forget Him when we are above. We still need to decrease so He can increase within us (John 3:30). May we pray and follow God when we are in the palace, in the mansion, before the blessing or after the blessing, in rich or in poor, in sickness or in health, may our heart posture of this bride of Christ be the same to her husband, humble and faithful to our One True God, from whom ALL blessings flow. I loved the quote of the amazing Charles Spurgeon so much. Thank you Beverly for sharing it ( I also loved your hint hint lol). Have a great time SHARON JERSEY GIRL on your trip to RI, prayers for you and family. GWINETH52, thinking of you today, praying you are feeling better and stronger by His Might. Be blessed dear sisters.
Ooo… to pray as much in my “palace” as I do in my “cave.” So convicting!
Good morning!! I hope my thoughts are received well with the intent of iron sharpening iron, but it will be okay if not. While I fully understand the intent behind this Charles Spurgeon quote is to encourage people to seek the Lord in all times, good or bad (at least that’s what I’m hoping it’s saying), I can’t help but be disheartened by quotes like this. The purpose of scripture is to guide us in our everyday walks with Christ, not shame us by our mishaps with Christ. The beauty of David NOT praying as much in his palace was that it reflects our REGULAR failures and displays the glory of Christ’s ever pursuit of us, His desire to be close to us, and His overall redemption. If we don’t fail, we don’t leave room for His power. Giving statements like this suggests that we can earn God’s favor by doing the right thing, which isn’t true. It paints a false narrative of how Christ works, especially to new believers.
Again, I know the intent was to encourage, but it feels covered in shame. I would love to hear y’all’s thoughts.
The Lord brought this Psalm to mind when praying through this Psalm.
(Even though I am not acknowledging publicly, I am praying for the prayer requests I see here.)
“How long, Lord? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me? How long must I wrestle with my thoughts and day after day have sorrow in my heart? How long will my enemy triumph over me? But I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation. I will sing the Lord’s praise, for he has been good to me.”
Psalms 13:1-2, 5-6 NIV
“I will reward them with a long life and give them my salvation.””
Psalms 91:16 NLT
Crocs reference to my refuge
I related to this Psalm today. I am not being persecuted for my faith. People aren’t physically chasing me. But my trials are difficult and I feel like I am alone, although I am surrounded by people. I pray for the Lord to take my burdens and carry them for me or at least carry them with me. I pray that God uses this trial and disappointments for His glory. Lord, help me to run to you first, to rest in you, and to trust in your sovereignty.
May I start now praying as much in the abundance as I do in the caves! Help me to run to the Lord first instead of something else!
I need to remember to
“Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you.”
1 Peter 5:7 NLT
https://bible.com/bible/116/1pe.5.7.NLT
“The Lord says, “I will rescue those who love me. I will protect those who trust in my name.”
Psalms 91:14 NLT
David recounts his desperate days hiding in the cave of Adullam while Saul sought him to take his life. It appears hopeless without God’s intervention …
Great reminder today! Always need to be staying in communion with God!
“If you make the Lord your refuge, if you make the Most High your shelter, no evil will conquer you; no plague will come near your home. For he will order his angels to protect you wherever you go.”
Psalms 91:9-11 NLT
Cross reference for “you are my refuge”
“Had David prayed as much in his palace as he did in his cave, he might never have fallen into the act which brought such misery upon his later days.” How true these words ring! How many times might we have avoided misery if we had just been faithfully communing with God in prayer. Prayer can not be neglected. Prayer is vital for the believer, it is the key that unlocks doors. It strengthens us and upholds us. Father God, please help me not to neglect my prayer time with You. Let it always be my priority, for You alone are my strength and shield.
@Sanrina Uribe – prayer that you will be patient in your season of waiting, & May God bring the perfect for you someone in your life – in His time & in His way.
@A Walton – prayers for you sweet mama! As overwhelming as your situation may seem, try to take it minute by minute, trusting God through each one. Looking at the whole picture at once is sure to overwhelm you, stress you & frighten you. “Little by little, inch by inch. By the yard it’s hard, by the inch what a cinch!” (Patch the Pirate song) As another sister advised – ask for help! Have a wish list, let others help carry the burden – that’s what we do. … I wish I were your neighbor, I would love to help! Prayers for your little ones tummy & that it will pass soon. God’s peace be upon you. ❤️
@my SRT sisters – praying for all your requests! May God be gracious and answer quickly as you wait on Him.
On my way to RI this very moment to visit family!
Wow. As I read David’s cry what I hear is loneliness. That feeling of being deserted, with no one to help, having to face the hard times alone. That was part of my struggle all summer, that feeling of “no one cares, no one sees my need”. I know, I hear it all the time, God is always with us. But sometimes (ok, most of the time) I want a person with skin on to stand by me and help. Being an older single woman has not been easy. Having to take care of the inside AND the outside of the house, having to do a lot of the work myself because I don’t have the money to just hire everything out. Thankfully, God has given me strength to do most things by myself, but there’s still that hole in my heart that wants someone to do the work WITH me. But one thing that God has really been telling me lately is, right now at this very moment I have everything I need. If I needed it God would be supplying it. So, in this little mind game I have to keep in check, I have to realize that God is supplying everything I need as I need it. Not before, but just as I need it. So, now I just keep moving through my days, knowing I have everything I need right now. And the peace that brings fills me with joy and confidence and trust in my Lord Jesus.
“Do we shelter in the Lord as David did?”
Great question! Thank you, BEVERLY BERRUS, for this devo! Love the Spurgeon quote!
RESCUE – Brings to mind all the folks about to be impacted by Hurricane Idalia. You are all in my thoughts and prayers!! ❤ I lived on the coast of SC for several years and know first hand what it feels like to pray for rescue and mercy in that situation. As always, prepare for the worst and pray for /expect the best. Let’s remember all the first responders who will be exhausted by the time of impact because of all the prep time they have put in.
Praying for the many needs whether spoken or not. Hugs to all!
Happy Happy Birthday Dear Michelle!!! I read your comment right as my local Christian station said text a shout out if today is your Birthday, and I text your name, and they just said Happy Birthday to YOU! lol. I hope you have a wonderful, blessed day with friends and family. I know God has such an amazing path for you, and you are lifted up by your fellow She’s!
To the one with a friend with ALS, that is gut wrenching. I had a client/friend that I was with and it was amazing to see her joy in the midst of the diagnosis and physical decline. She had her funeral all set up to bring as many people as possible to Jesus, it was awe inspiring..but also so sad. We have to cling in desperation to our Lord with a plan, path and purpose for those who love him. Definitely keeping her and you in my prayers.
My son is here staying with us in our RV during our stay, and oh how it makes my momma’s heart SO happy. He is my one and only, and I moved away 3 years ago, and I miss the time we used to have together. (he’s 23) We also are getting to see the grandkids which are growing by leaps in bounds since we saw them a year ago! I pray for their little hearts as they only belong to this world and do not live in a home that knows Jesus. Lord, please lead them to you! Also, his gf had a procedure today, and I am praying for a good health report with her digestive condition!
Blessings and prayers to your all, and thank you all for sharing, it adds so much depth to the scripture and the devotional hearing your thoughts and struggles! God be close to all the She’s!
@Laura, I appreciate your post, today. I am also in a desert season. I am praying that I don’t forget how to pray when I get out of it.
I took some time to read 1 Samuel 18-24 today which provided the context for this psalm. I love reading the story of David. There is so much in it. It is both beautiful and gruesome (as he was a man of war, as well as Saul). If like me, you haven’t read the story of David fleeing from Saul in a while, I recommend! It makes the psalm much real!! It’s easier to see where David is coming from and his emotions seem even bigger with the context in mind.
@Eileen Dowd- I pray in agreement with @Heidi. It is good, maybe, that they recognize the darkness and feel sad by it. But I pray that they don’t allow it to change their heart about Jesus. That when they encounter brokenness, they wouldn’t blame Jesus but ask Him for help to understand and empathize with others. May they stay close to Him as they experience public school.
@A Walton- I am also without a car right now (it is being serviced an hour away from me and is unsafe to drive, right now) but I am trusting God to provide for me. I understand it must be so much harder with children involved to have faith. But may you trust God to be keeping your family. It’s amazing you have neighbors to help you out. Perhaps, this is a way to keep close to your community and lean on the body of the Church/God’s people. I pray you would see God’s faithfulness through this time and not lose heart. He is with you and your children and husband. God bless you.
@Searching :) thank you.
@SABRINA URIBE & JILL R- definitely relate to you both. I turn 31 and am still waiting on the Lord for a husband. It has been a struggle. Even after God’s kindness in showing me I am not alone, I still cried to Him the very next day about it and asked Him, “how long?” It is hard to watch others celebrate when you wait and wait and wait. But may we not lose all hope and become bitter. May we still rejoice with those who rejoice. May we continue to go to the Lord when we feel weak and need reassurance that we are loved and seen. I also think of the other single ladies on here who have mentioned this. @Taylor, @Kimberly Z, & others. May God show Himself in our times of weakness/sadness.
Praying peace to all other needs listed. Just like David saw deliverance from Saul, I pray we see the deliverance we seek, in Jesus’s name.
“Prosperity can sometimes numb our need for God.” (from today’s devo) I hope I’m understanding this right. This really stood out to me this morning. Financially, I am not wealthy. Here in California, I would be considered the working poor. BUT, I have what I need. Shelter, food and clothing and sometimes a little extra and I’m grateful when I get that little extra and yes, I admit, sometimes want a little more. It’s not the first time after reading a statement like this that led me to believe that I am where I am right now, so that I will never be numbed for my need for God. As matter of fact, I NEVER, EVER want to find myself numbed for my need for my HIM! Jesus is my everything! Happy Tuesday sweet She’s.
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So thankful He is my rescuer, my salvation, my portion, rock, refuge, strength and my shield and my song! Be my Everything, Jesus!
What a great reminder today. This devotional makes me think of the song Wait on You by Elevation Worship and Maverik City music. God is good even in our weakest moments. @Sophie praying your first week at college goes well. What a great time in your life. Soak it in. Praying for you all today.
My friend with ALS could really use some prayers right now, that she could be rescued, and that God would be close to her and her family.
So many of us (or all) need rescue-whether it be from physical or circumstantial problems, or mental or emotional issues. Lord, hear our prayers.
I just listened to a sermon by one of my favorite pastors this weekend and he talked about how we often cry out to the Lord and cling to Him in the deserts of our life, but once we get out of the desert, we forget about Him. I love the comment by Pastor Charles Spurgeon, “Had David prayed as much in his palace as he did in his cave, he might never have fallen into the act which brought such misery upon his later days.” I am definitely in a desert right now (or a cave) and also would like other options other than “trust and wait on the Lord.” But I also want to remember that when I am out of this desert, I need to continue to keep my eyes on the Lord and wait and trust.
Echoing CEE GEE from yesterday, WOW. The thoughts, insights, prayer requests – just wow.
Praying for:
THERESA – road trip
A WALTON – comfort in grief from loss of husband’s grandmother, safe travels for him, calmness and peace with your littles (especially while he’s away), healing of son’s tummy issues, and speed delivery of car part.
SHARON JERSEY GIRL – safe travels
MACKENZIE MENCIAS – wisdom, guidance and clarity
SOPHIE MARIE – wisdom and guidance through college
MAE POUND – wisdom in any decisions with your mom, continued financial provision for her
JORDAN – great care for your daughter (congrats) and peace as you go back to work
CEE GEE – joining in prayer for wisdom in decision making
MOLLY R – guidance as you step into your new role
MAGGIE – your mom’s hip replacement recovery and your return to work
EILEEN DOWD – your grandchildren as they navigate public schools after being home schooled. Praying for their hearts and minds to stay grounded in Christ, for kindness to be shown to them and by them. Praying for the other children that they and their families would be drawn to the Lord through your family’s example.
ELAINE MORGAN – the Lord’s comfort, guidance and healing from betrayal. Yes, He is always there and faithful
TINA – Amen and amen. Love that hymn.
KRISTIN – Amen.
GRAMSIESUE – so good to see you. Will look into that book for a friend
MERCY :)
MICHELLE PATIRE :) You have such a way with words.
ALLISON BENTLEY and others that mentioned praying for level ground – thank you for highlighting this
KRIS – thank you for sharing
KRISTINE LOUGHMAN – amen
KELLY (NEO) – your comment about telling the Lord all our troubles – reminded me of the hymn Let Us Have a Little Talk With Jesus :)
HEIDI – Great suggestions!! Especially about being clueless – us not knowing what others need, and them not knowing we are willing to help.
Another hymn coming to mind this morning – Sheltered in the Arms of God.
We’ve been watching The Chosen (finally! now that it’s on CW channel Sunday evenings-haven’t watched before due to streaming issues) and when the actor for Christ has wrapped his arms around someone – it gives me chills thinking what it must have been like to have Those arms around you during His time on earth, especially this past Sunday after meeting with Nicodemas.
Praying for everyone in the path of Hurricane Idalia – forecasting Cat 3, possibly Cat 4
The Lord is our refuge. He is ever-present. May we run to Him first with all our cares and needs!
Lifting up all the prayer requests <3
This is my first devotional on She Reads Truth. I’ve been following the comments for a few days. What a beautiful community!
A Walton – I’m a mom of 5 as well. Mine are older now (16-10 yrs) and I understand the hectic chaos. Praying for you today.
I’ve been feeling tired and defeated recently, so this Psalm really hit hard.
I recently found out I am in early menopause and I was out on an exercise restriction for my feet. (Kristine I think I read that you suffer from plantar fasciitis as well?) All of my fitness and weight loss goals have halted and I feel like I’m going backwards due to hormonal weight gain. It’s very frustrating after 2 years of progress.
I can relate to David’s cry of being overwhelmed! Having the responsibility of life changing decisions and balancing those with including my husband in those decisions when he often doesn’t understand or is overwhelmed by them is quite a challenge. That challenge send me to my only source of Wisdom. I have a quote, not sure from whom,that says “When I get to tomorrow God is already there”!! Always brings me back to my True North.
Thank you so much for your prayers for favor with management in breaking our lease. No problem at all, done w/o fees or penalty effective Sept 30. PTL He does more than we could ask or think!!! Love and prayers to and for each of you sisters
This was so convicting for me. I’m 34 and single and so many times in my lonely single life I have run to and clung to things other than God to make me feel less single or to make me feel like I actually had sometime of control. It’s only lately that instead of running to a dating app and feverishly looking for someone to go on a date with, I find refuge in my God and trust His will, not mine.
EILEEN DOWD – I understand!! My 9yr boy comes home so offended at the way he hears people speak, tease, behave sometimes. While it is not all kids, it’s enough that it affects him. We talk about it often and I encourage him in his recognizing this is wrong and to always keep that sensitivity to it because sin SHOULD bother us! When it doesn’t, there is something wrong… The school is their little mission field. They will meet some that believe as they do and so many more that do not and it is his opportunity to show God’s love and patience towards those (as we say to him often) for whom the only encounter they have with God that day will be through him (my son) — so how does he want those kids to see God? As mean and judgemental or encouraging, merciful and kind? Praying that through you and their parents, they will feel equipped for this new opportunity to be around God’s creation who do not yet know Him :)
A WALTON- Ah, I’m so sorry for your stressors running wild around you. I pray that in the midst of your chaos you can experience His peace that He has you, He knows all going on, and has only plans to love and support you. I too can get anxious/overwhelmed at being part-time single parent of 3 when my husband travels. And with 5, how much more so! I love that you have people already offering to help take dinner off of your to-do list — if I’m allowed to boldly offer one piece of advice that I do now but for YEARS did not?? SPEAK. UP. If you have a support system offering to help, reach out with a list of exact needs that would help make your single-parent-time easier, asking people to only take off that list what would work for their day/schedule. We tend to have this mentality of “i’ll do what I can up to my breaking point, and then I need help past that…” when NO – do what you can up to when others can step in! How much more rested and available it makes us for when the unexpected pops up :) If you have people you can ask, I really suggest making a “wish list” of things like “someone come over for 1.5 hours and play with cute twins (while I shower alone and read for a min!) ; someone pick up two older kiddos to take to a playground for an hour;… JUST WHATEVER would actually offer you REST. We tend to not ask because “I don’t want to be a burden..” Well let the people volunteering decide if it is a burden because often we are available to do things to help but have no clue someone needs it :) You are not alone – praying that you are able to experience the support around you as you work through this obviously heavy season… :)
Truthfully when I am overwhelmed, I find myself running to others to process. I think this comes from a need of instant gratification but honestly, it often leads to spinning. This devotional reminded me that I need to find my rest in the Lord. The answers might not come quickly, but they will be the answers I truly need for only He knows the path to take.
Jesus, may I cry out to you everyday – not just when I feel desperate or in despair. May we all cultivate our relationship with you daily – allowing you to be our shelter through every moment.
I’m giving it all up to the Lord. I’m pouring out my heart to Him. I understand the feeling of not being understood by others and being rejected by those who you thought loves you. The feeling of not fitting in with those around you, people you trusted who turned on you. But God will never turn His back on me. He is always there and always faithful.
Prayers going up for all of you today. ❤️
I’m giving it all up to the Lord. I’m pouring out my heart to Him. I understand the feeling of not being understood by others and being rejected by those who you thought loves you. The feeling of not fitting in with those around you, people you trusted who turned on you. But God will never turn His back on me. He is always there and always faithful.
Father forgive me when I’ve run to anyone or anything other than You. In Jesus name Amen
Good morning everyone!! I wanted to check in and provide an update. My new job is going well. It can be challenging to deal with troublesome kids in my class and takes a lot of patience, but I am hoping it’ll get better as we move forward in the year. Thank you all for your prayers, praying for you all too!
“I cry out to the Lord; I plead for the Lord’s mercy” for my friend’s husband undergoing bypass surgery today. Throw your hedge of protection around him. Guide the surgeon’s hands.
“I pour out my complaints before him and tell him all my troubles” My feet still hurt! I’m tired of this pain and limitation! When will it end? I want my life back! (I’m great at pouring out my complaints!)
“When I am overwhelmed, you alone know the way I should turn.” Show me Lord!
Thank you KELLY (NEO) for sharing the NLT version- it’s one of my favorite translations.
TINA your comment about wanting control reminds me of…me. We recently took a temperaments quiz at work to assess our communication style and lo and behold, I came back with lots of Red, meaning I “speak the language of control and perfection”. Ugh. I ask Jesus to take the wheel but I’m such a backseat driver, you know, just in case Jesus could possibly need my help or forget the directions. A WALTON and SABRINA – lifting you up this morning. It’s been pouring rain since I started reading this morning but suddenly there is stillness…I’m claiming it as a sign of peace over your day.
Good morning She’s. I’m asking prayer for my grandsons, ages 9 and 7, who began public school for the first time EVER yesterday. They’ve been homeschooled and this is a really new experience. My oldest grandson was teased yesterday, heard a lot of kids swear and came home sad. Please pray for them and their little brother, who is 5, and starts in two days. They all know Jesus and they are confused by what they’re hearing and seeing. Thank you. – their Nana
Over the last month, I have seen a lot of sad, difficult things happen to people I love and care about. My heart is so sad for them and to be honest I have felt some guilt because right now my own personal life is relatively easy and stress-free and I freely admit that I have done nothing to deserve this season of calm. When I woke up this morning as I was making my tea I even said to the Lord that I didn’t understand why such horrible things were happening to those around me and not to me. Reading this psalm brought me the realization that one of the reasons is so that I could pray for these people. I can come to the Lord for those whose lives aren’t easy, who are hurting and can’t seem to find God in the midst of their pain. I can pray that God will be their rock, their fortress, and their shelter. That He will overwhelm them with His presence and remind them of His love and faithfulness.
So, this morning, for all those who are hurting and in need of comfort, know that you are being lifted before the throne of God. I pray that He will bring relief, that He will bring comfort and peace, that He will do the practical, day-to-day things that you need (broken cars, sick babies, difficult relationships…all of that). I pray that at the end of the day, we will all be able to praise our Papa God for all that He is and all that He does.
Be blessed today, sweet sisters.
The NLT has verses 1-3 like this:
“I cry out to the Lord;
I plead for the Lord’s mercy.
I pour out my complaints before him
and tell him all my troubles.
When I am overwhelmed, you alone know the way I should turn.”
Thanks be to God for His guidance and mercy.
MOLLY R – what a fantastic opportunity! In God’s strength you’re going to crush it!
MAGGIE – agreeing that the Lord wiil watch over your children.
THERESA – safe travels and have fun!
A WALTON – prays for your situation. Lord, fill her with your peace and strength. Supernaturally get the supply chain to get the car part to the shop.
@A. Walton and Sabrina praying for you.
Our title is a Prayer for Rescue. Please God, in Your mercy, please rescue all the lost. Please draw them to You and let them have eyes to see and ears to hear truth and please let nothing or no one hinder them. Please let them see You rightly and themselves rightly and see the depths of their (our) sin and their (our) absolute desperate need for the Savior. Please, let repentance come and transformation. Please let all be overwhelmed by You, Lord and May Your Name be reverenced and praised. Please lead all to live lives pleasing to You by the power of The Holy Spirit until You call us home. Amen
Lord, please rescue all those who need rescued from whatever the circumstances may be. Please let them praise You as Savior, rescuer, and Lord!
I just read this quote from John MacAuthor. So good and maybe some need this reminder. I know I do. “Maybe you had a day recently when sin gained the upper hand-if you’re ever going to question God’s willingness to keep you, it’s probably on a day like that. But know this: Though your own sense of salvation may waver, salvation it self does not. Once God redeems you, He takes a hold of your life. And He will not let go.”
How wonderful is that! We are able to repent and find forgiveness. Though undeserving, He saves and rescue us. Hallelujah! Thank You, Lord! May all, know this amazing love and grace! Amen
A. WALTON… praying doubly hard for your situation.. keep holding fast to Him, He has not forgotten you. He is working all things for good.. He has your whole family in the palm of His hands. Prayerful your boys tummy settles and that today, though, it may look chaotic, scary and messy, you know and feel God’s presence throughout the day..
God bless you and yours A. Walton..❤️
Oh boy! This devotional right here picked some holes in my relationship with God.. I am so glad you cannot see this face turning a guilty shade of red!
I love God! I do! But sometimes I do life as though I am in control, until trouble comes knocking on my door. Oops, then I’m like, God, I need you!
That, for sure, is not be how it should be! Certainly not with God!
BUT GOD..
The patience of God, the goodness of God, the humility of God, the love of God for me for us, covers us, even when our minds are not on Him, His
mind IS on us..
The song.. I need thee every hour.. came to mind as I was writing.. as Psalm 23 is one of my go-tos, so this song is to my prayerful heart when life is beating me down..
I Need Thee Every Hour
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Lyrics
I need Thee every hour
Most gracious Lord
No tender voice like Thine
Can peace afford
I need Thee, O I need Thee
Every hour I need Thee
O bless me now, my Savior
I come to Thee
I need Thee every hour
Stay Thou nearby
Temptations lose their power
When Thou art nigh
I need Thee, O I need Thee
Every hour I need Thee
O bless me now, my Savior
I come to Thee
I need Thee every hour
In joy or pain
Come quickly and abide
Or life is vain
I need Thee, O I need Thee
Every hour I need Thee
O bless me now, my Savior
I come to Thee
O bless me now, my Savior
I come to Thee
The most wonderful thing in the ‘rescue mission’ situations, is that, though we think we are doing life on our own, even before the troubles come God, our Father, is already planning a rescue, a reprieve, a renewal, a revival, a reconnection, a reform, a restoration!
Forgive me Lord God for my believing I can walk alone, do life alone or worse still, that I don’t need you in my life.. Lord God forgive me..
I am so very thankful Lord God, that you hold nothing against me and that through repentance and reliance on you, I am safe and I am rescued from the ills that may follow me..
Thank you, Father God, Thank you for always being there, even when I have no right or deserve it… Thank-you, in the Mighty name of Jesus, Lord I pray, AMEN.
Happy Tuesday sisters, wrapped in love and prayers across the pond..❤️
Hello,
Thanks for your prayers in the past. Life has been throwing a good bit at us lately and I have been up at night calling to God for help.
We still have no idea about the house purchase. We have run into some complications. It is listed as commercial instead of residential and there are a lot more taxes to pay if it’s a commercial property. Hoping the sellers will sign a paper saying they intended to make it residential before we purchase. Thanks for your continued prayers.
My husband’s grandmother passed away. It hardly seems real to me. I’ll miss her but I won’t get to go back for the funeral as tickets are too expensive for our whole family. My husband is going. I’m glad he is, but I am also nervous about being here with my 5 littles by myself (with twin 9 month olds). It just gets so chaotic even when my husband is here, and much more so with him away.I do have friends planning on dropping a meal a couple times. That will definitely help and be a relief.
Our only car went in for a service on the 15th and we still don’t have it back. The garage can’t get the part. It is under warranty so we don’t want to take it anywhere else, but this is so frustrating. They won’t give us a vehicle to use and they say they can’t see on their system when the parts will arrive. They said it could be weeks. We live in a village, but has been relying on friends to give us lifts to places.
One of my sons came down sick yesterday evening with abdominal pain and was awake multiple times last night. Just scary as we don’t have a car to get him to the hospital if he needs it. Not sure how he’s doing this morning. It came on quickly so I hope it goes away quickly.
Just a lot at the moment.
I pray that God guides my future husband to me safely and which a kind heart. I ask he gives me strength in this waiting season and patience