Psalm 31
In many ways this psalm typifies the journey we’ve been on through the first 30 days into the psalms. Again, the circumstances in which David finds himself are dire. He must have felt like the streets of downtown Ridgway after Popcorn Day; trashed, abandoned, puked upon, used and abused. Sorry, but it’s not a pretty sight. Ever been there?
Where does David go when the situation seems helpless and overwhelming? He doesn’t cave in or cower in fear. He doesn’t wring his hands in despair or resign to doubt.
Instead, he lifts his heart to heaven because that’s where deliverance and salvation are found! That’s where he finds refuge in the fortress of God’s name. That’s where he fully expects the God of truth to redeem him. That’s where the greatness of God’s goodness is given to those who trust in Him. That’s where the unfailing love of the Lord is put on display for all to see. That’s where the faithful find that the Lord God is merciful and trustworthy and strong.
David had such confidence because the Lord had come through for him so many times before, and he was sure that in God’s hands he would be kept safer than All State.
Where do you go when the situation looks grim, hopeless and desperate? Lift your heart to heaven! Be strong and take heart, and wait upon the Lord.
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