Title: The Most Unbearable
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“Do not hide your face from me, and do not turn your servant away from anger, for you have been my help. Do not forsake me, God of my salvation, do not forsake me; my parents have forsaken me, but the LORD will receive me” (Psalm 27:9). 10)
Perhaps the most difficult and difficult thing in our lives is not being recognized by the world or not being recognized by people. It's probably not my dreams being thwarted or the people I love leaving. It's probably not something to be criticized by the world or to be hurt by people. The most difficult thing to bear is that the Lord doesn't look back on me. It would be ignoring the Lord. It's something the Lord doesn't approve of.
Conversely, if he is on my side, even if he is betrayed by his family like Joseph
Although sold into slavery, misunderstood, or imprisoned, there is no despair.
Today, I received the news of my son's rejection of college admissions, and I was a little discouraged. I prayed so earnestly, but I wonder why God doesn't hear my prayers. But I believe that the Lord will never forsake me.
“O God, do not forsake me when I am old and alone, and do not forsake me until I pass on your strength to the next generation and your power to all people to come” (Psalm 71:18).
“Do not hide your face from your servant; answer me quickly, for I am in trouble” (Psalm 69:17).
“O LORD, why have you forsaken my soul, and why do you hide your face from me” (Psalm 88:14).
David in the psalm above also prays like this when he is being driven away by Saul.
"Do not hide your face from me. Do not reject me."
If only that person looks at me, that is enough. i am safe
Lord! I trust in you. I will praise you for ever and ever.
"My soul is silent in God alone, and my salvation comes from him. He alone is my rock and my salvation and my stronghold; I will not be moved greatly" (Psalm 62:1,2).
“My soul, wait in silence for God alone, for my hope comes from him” (Psalm 62:5).
* Prayer: I love you, O LORD, my strength. The fact that my son, whom I gave to my business yesterday, failed the regular college entrance exam, temporarily discouraged me. Among the ancestors of faith, they praised the Lord even in the midst of suffering. Grant me that kind of faith, and let me yearn for and love you more. Save me, O LORD. Answer me when I call. May I receive the greatest blessings for ever and ever, and make me rejoice and rejoice in Your presence. I trust in You, Lord! Give me victory with perseverance. I long for God's grace. Fill my weaknesses and shortcomings with Your power. We pray in the name of our Savior Jesus. Amen
wait patiently
Text: Psalm 37:7
"Be still before the LORD and wait patiently; let his way prosper, and let him not complain about him who makes evil plans."
If you go a little outside the big cities, you'll see beekeepers pitching tents and setting up their hives. There are cases in which beginners stand around the hive, and when a bee gets inside or sticks to their body, they run wildly and struggle to get rid of the bee. But when I make such a fuss, I almost always get stung by a bee and swell up. But it's amazing to see the beekeeper trimming the beehive or picking honey. Sometimes I wear a net on my face, but sometimes I don't even use it. They don't rush in the slightest, and if a bee gets stuck on their hand or arm, they just leave it alone and get the job done. However, they are rarely stung by bees.
The same is true when it comes to living your life of faith. There are people who take the initiative in complaining, resentment, and riots when others want to be a little better or a little harmed to themselves. On the other hand, there are people who wait with resolute action as if it is not a big deal. However, with few exceptions, the end result in both cases is that it is better for those who wait patiently. This is because the attitude of those who wait patiently and patiently contains the confession that only God can do the work.
* Prayer: Help me to wait quietly and have an attitude to seek God's will.