Looking to God
David's countenance had lost its "shine." His face, and especially his eyes, had become hard, flat, and dull. He longed for God's brightness to reflect itself once again from his eyes—his face had fallen.
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Insight for Today
Written by Chuck Swindoll, these encouraging devotional thoughts are published seven days per week.
Going It Alone
Swamped by the overwhelming trials of life, David resorts to four common and human ways to handle despondency. In these two verses, he reminds us of ourselves and four mental escape routes we often take under pressure.
From Despondency to Ecstasy
Like many of the "lament psalms," this is a song addressed to God, a prayer consisting of six verses that build toward a climax.
The Heartbreak of Hopelessness
I'm convinced it is these mutual feelings that cause us to be drawn to the psalms on our blue days. David feels miserable.
Front and Centre in the Mind of God
It's humbling to think that the Creator of the universe, whose power, knowledge, and goodness know no limits, actually cares about us and loves us individually and personally.
A Message from God
According to David, God overlooks our lowly status and acts on behalf of humanity in two significant ways: He takes thought of him and takes care of him.
A Song of Praise
The difference between praise and petition is the absence of self. David leaves himself out of the picture in this expression of praise.
The Majesty of God
I suggest—and it is only a suggestion—that this psalm was composed by David as a hymn of praise in honour of God who gave David that epochal triumph over Goliath of Gath.
The Value of God’s Creatures
All of us need to be needed. We want to be wanted. God created us with a desire to know we can contribute something valuable and to have a significant impact in the lives of others.
God’s Shield against Discouragement
The daily grind of discouragement is lessened when we trust that the Lord will fight our battles for us.
