Devotion: Psalm 34:18

Psalm 34:18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.

As we move into day four of our month of humility I prayed a simple prayer for each of you. I prayed that each of us, myself included, would enter into each day with a humble spirit and submit ourselves to the Lord and His purpose for our lives. I prayed that lives would be touched by the words He provides me and that hearts would be prepared for the seeds being planted.

Today we look at those who are humbled by circumstances. We all face trials. We all experience grief and loss, whether we want to or not. It is a natural part of life. Whatever life events or behaviors have led to these losses does not matter – we all face it regardless. Whether brokenhearted and crushed in spirit due to the loss of love, through death or the end of a relationship, whether it be the loss of something tangible or physical like an item or belongings, or whether it come from the loss of a position, such as a job or title – any loss can break us and leave us despondent.

But take hope, friends! The psalmist (David) tells us the Lord is close to the brokenhearted. He is close to us and knows what we are facing. Jesus wept for the loss of His friend Lazarus, though He knew He was going to raise him from the dead. He felt the emotions, knew the grief, and He wept (John 11:35).  And the apostle John tells us in Revelation that a day will come when every tear will be wiped away and be no more (Revelation 21:4).

He saves those who are crushed in spirit. He will lift you up, carry you through the trials and loss, and give you comfort during those rough times. Remember, we all must walk through the valley – no one escapes it. But we don’t walk alone. We have a Shepherd who guides us and keeps us on the path, One who gives us comfort and security (Psalm 23:4).

Whatever you face today, know that He is with you. You do not face it alone. You have a Lord who loves you and gives you comfort. He is with the brokenhearted and He saves those who are crushed in spirit. Let Him wrap His arms around you and give you shelter and comfort today.

Prayer: Lord, My heart aches at the losses I have experienced. Help me to trust that You have a plan. Give me comfort and total peace as I continue through each day. Amen 

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