The Lord Preserves the Faithful

Beyond the Present Time
Resurrection Hope
A Living Hope

Psalm 31:19-24

The Message

^19-22 What a stack of blessings you have piled up
    for those who worship you,
Ready and waiting for all who run to you
    to escape an unkind world.
You hide them safely away
    from the opposition.
As you slam the door on those oily, mocking faces,
    you silence the poisonous gossip.
Blessed God!
    His love is the wonder of the world.
Trapped by a siege, I panicked.
    “Out of sight, out of mind,” I said.
But you heard me say it,
    you heard and listened.

²³ Love God, all you saints;
    God takes care of all who stay close to him,on
But he pays back in full
    those arrogant enough to go it alone.

²⁴ Be brave. Be strong. Don’t give up.
    Expect God to get here soon. 

For Reflection

Have you ever wanted to scream, "Stop the world, I want to get off!"  When frustration reaches that level is precisely when God shelters you, comforts you, and brings you peace.  Wait on the Lord.  Be obedient to His will.  He will pay you back in full for your suffering allegiance to Him.

Pray

that you will face life bravely in the confidence in tomorrow that only God can provide.  Pray that you don't give up.  Pray deeply and often so that you expect God soon!