Message Preached on February 19, 2023 by Minister Mona Lee
In Psalm 142, we see David crying out to God, seeking out His help as he’s dealing and facing his enemies. If you are familiar with the story of David, we know that King Saul sought after David’s life; and many enemies rose against David. With all of this taking place, David knew who to come to and complain about what he was dealing with. He took his complaint to the Lord.
With the example of David, no matter what you are dealing with and facing, do not be afraid to cry out to God. He knows of your ways even before you open your mouth to speak. In this walk of faith, we may look to the right, left, front and back, and there is nobody there. Even in your lowest times, where you feel like you’re going to drown. Where are the people that are supposed to help and say ‘Here I am’? You’re wondering ‘where are they’? Yet, remember David took his worries and complaints to the right person.
No matter what you are going through do the same as David did. He cried unto the Lord who was his refuge. The Lord was his shelter, he was his protection. The enemy may seem to be coming on the right and on the left, BUT God is your shelter! Goodness and mercy is for you! In time of adversities, know that God can and will heal you. For a broken heart and contrite spirit, He will no longer despise. God is there! All you have to do is give it to God, and He will bear it. If there’s a need in your life, all you have to do is bring it to God. God is waiting for you, no matter how big or small.
God doesn’t promise we are exempted from trouble, pain, and trials. Nonetheless, we should be thankful that we never have to encounter it alone. Don’t stop praying! God’s promises are true concerning you. We know that life’s struggles are inevitable. Yet, we have one who is with us always. God is with you no matter what it looks like. Many of times you may have thought He left you, but He never left. Don’t give up on God.
God delivered David out of all his troubles and fears, and He can do the same for you. Even when David became King and sinned, he repented and God was still there and did not give up on him. No matter what you do or have done, if you repent and ask God to forgive you; He will remember it no more. Be sincere and ask God to help you. David always made it back to God. The same goes for you, make it back to God; it’s not too late.
Don’t be anxious about tomorrow (Philippians 4: 6-7).
If you are weary, give it to God and find rest (Matthew 11:28).
Though your heart is aching, God is close to you (Psalm 34:8).
God sees you more than you think. It is our responsibility to ask God for protection and help. Remember, that God remains in control. Speak over yourself and build yourself on your most Holy Faith. God is a God of possibility, not negativity. Allow God to renew a spirit of faith and hope in you.
