But you are my shield around me, O Lord my Glorious One, who
lifts up my head.
Psalm 3:3
We all have problems in our lives, some big and some small. The key to
overcoming them is maintaining our focus and dependence on God through
them. He is the ultimate problem solver. Instead of tearing us down, He
lifts us up; our hopes; our attitudes; our moods and our hearts. He
encourages us to keep moving forward. When in the middle of a problem,
begin to reflect on the good things God has done and the wonderful
blessings in your life. Meditate on His word and listen, for He longs to
speak words of life into our situation. Praise Him when you can’t figure
out how your problem will be resolved. We need God, as much as we would
like to be independent and self sufficient we are not. It is not a
shameful thing to be dependant on the God who created the universe and
has knowledge that far surpasses anything in this world. He is
dependable and we can trust Him to show His love and kindness towards
us. Our problems require Gods attention and direction. David placed His
trust in God for his recovery. He had failed and done wrong, but He
trusted God and His knowledge and wisdom to solve his problems and
sustain him.
Prayer
Whatever today holds I know You will give me the ability to overcome.
You will be my refuge, my strength, my deliverer, and my shield. Speak
Your words of life to my soul. It is Your counsel and direction that I
seek. My expectations are from You and I thank you for all of the
blessings in my life, which are certainly more numerous than I deserve.
With all that is within me, I praise Your Holy name! Amen.
