The Kindness of God’s Love
The Kindness of God
Even if you are going through a hard time, God is present with you. King David had a lot of responsibility and experienced many difficult struggles. In Psalm 63, he models how he brought peace to his heart. He focused his mind on God during the "watches of the night." He was aware of the dangers around him and remembered how God had helped him in the past. David uses a military metaphor to explain his posture toward threats and his dependence on God. In David's time, the twelve-hour "night watch" was divided into four-hour blocks. This allowed for much-needed rest for most of the soldiers while a few kept an eye out for threats. David remembers the LORD's past acts and draws comfort during the "night" when the shadows of adversity haunt him. David's alertness and dependence on God not only benefited him personally but also the entire nation of Israel.
As king, David was responsible for the safety and well-being of his people, and he took that responsibility seriously. He was always on the lookout for potential threats, and he trusted in God to protect him and his people from their enemies. And instead of only singing after God helps him, David sings while he waits for the Lord's help. He sings with anticipation. God has helped him in the past, and he will help David again.
God has helped you in the past, and he will help you again. Remember God's kindness toward you in the past. Remember what he has already done for you. Remember his mighty acts, the many ways he has shown up in your life. The enemy wants you to forget all of that. He wants you to question God's goodness, especially when you feel weak.
GOD DOES NOT CHANGE. God will always be good to you.
You can rest in the "shadow of his wings." The Lord has promised to be close to his own, but he also expects his children to draw close to him, to seek his help and support. No matter the size and force of your "storm," no matter the challenge, lift your hands in faith and dependence on God. His love will rescue you.
Cling to God as he upholds you with his strong right hand.
REFLECTION
Write a few things that remind you how God has helped you.
Read Ephesians 1 and remind yourself who you are and whose you are.
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