S) "2 Give heed to me and answer me;
I am restless in my complaint and am surely distracted,"
Psalm 55:2 (NASB)
O) David did not disclose the source of his troubles, but this psalm seems to indicate a betrayal against him (see vv.12-13). That actually happened many times, and David was plagued by military, political, and even familial opposition. He knew how to fight in warfare, and a foreign threat was easy for him to face, but he was often distressed by more complicated opposition. In the verse above, we see an example where David was laying his heart bear before God. He did not hold back the fact that this particular problem was overwhelming his thoughts, and he was getting desperate. In the end, he resolved to seek God, and lay his burdens upon Him (see v.22). He asked for the end of his enemies, but still conceded to God's will, declaring to trust Him.
A) This verse is a great reminder to be honest with God. Later in this same psalm (v.4), David spoke of the terrors that had befallen him. While I don't know that I've ever experience the terror of death, I have certainly known the distraction that comes with overwhelming circumstances. This verse is an excellent example to pray and confess that to God. Jesus told us to cast our cares upon Him, just as David advised (v.22). That will start with an honest evaluation of my burdens. I can never lay them upon Jesus, if I do not admit what they are. Jesus promised that if I take His yoke upon me, then it is easy, and His burden is light. God may not always get me out of something, but He will always get me through it. That starts with honesty in prayer.
P) God, You are such a good Father to me. Help me to remember, just as I teach my own son, that You won't always change my circumstances, but You will give me the peace and help I need, to get through them. I am committed to honesty in my prayers, to hold nothing back when it comes to admitting how I'm feeling, my doubts and fears, and what I think I need to get through. But in the end, like David, I choose to trust You. Let Your will be done, not mine. Get me through my circumstances, even if You don't get me out of my circumstances. Give me peace from a distracted and overwhelmed mind. Help me to rest in my Savior. Be glorified. In Jesus's name I pray. Amen.
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