Tuesday, June 5, 2007

Gladden the soul of your servant, for to you, O Lord, I lift up my soul. Psalm 86:4

In the day of my trouble I call on you, for you will answer me Psalm 86:7


Christianity is a supposed to be a joyous way of life, even though there are those down through history (and even today) who would deny this fact. We need to remember thought that the book of Job, oldest of all books in the Bible, tells us that our days are full of trouble. But the Psalmist, while not denying that fact echoes another truth that balances those dire words, the truth that almighty God cares for us and will guide and assist us if we allow him. This means that even when we are faced with major obstacles, crisis or problems we can have inner peace, assurance and gladness. The reason is simple, we know that no matter what trouble we find coming our way, God is just a prayer away, and he will answer us!



Of course, there are times when the problems, cares and pressure of daily living weigh us down. When this happens it can drain any sense of joy out of us. What’s a Christian to do? The answer is to follow the Psalmist example, go to our kind heavenly father, tell him what is bothering you and ask him to gladden your mind.