From: New Life Daily Devotions
Psalm 120:1 "I call on the Lord in my distress, and He answers me."
Some people die a thousand deaths of distress, as it highjacks their hope. It may be the material distress of overwhelming financial pressures. It may be physical distress of a body that is accelerating down a path of pain and disease. The rough edge of a cruel tongue can sting and sabotage your quiet confidence.
So what are the next steps when you, or someone you love is drowning in distress? Distress can define you with a humble dependency on God, or it can drive you into a shell of self-pity, that ignores Him and others. It is a facilitation of faith that provides the best benefits. "David was greatly distressed because the men were talking of stoning him; each one was bitter in spirit because of his sons and daughters. But David found strength in the Lord his God." (1 Samuel 30:6)
Therefore, learn to lean on the Lord during lean times. His Holy Spirit assures you that He hears, and He cares. He is attentive to every detail of your distress, so rest in His reassurance and your soul will settle down. Above all else, use distress to enjoy your dependency on God.
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