Hope for the Heavy Heart
Some days I am a little dinghy getting battered by the onslaught on the tumultuous sea. I forget who is Master of the waves, and I try to set my own course. Heavy hearted, I’m weighed down and unable to bear the burden of my sin.
As the waves batter me, I remember. I remember I am sin sick. I see the dark sea of my desperate unrighteousness.
Fear and Suspicion flank my sides. I’ve forsaken ties and untethered from all true companions who know the Way.
Close to drowning, I cry out May Day to the Master. I confess I need Him to lighten my load. I surrender the helm.
In the aftermath, He reminds me I have an anchor that holds in any storm. I acknowledge again that He alone will chart my course.
I sail on in hope.
I am joining She Read Truth today and sharing “Hope for the Heavy Heart,” a reflection on Psalm 38.
Photo Credit: Bern Altman, via SXC
This compelling image of the beat up boat in the calmest of waters is grabbing me this morning, Lyli. And all I can think of is Jesus, whispering ‘peace, be still …’
May He calm your heart with the sweet power of His presence today, my friend.
Hugs.
Thank you, sweet sister. I loved looking at this Psalm with #SheReadsTruth and seeing how confession leads to hope and peace.
LOVE this!! I had a hard time for most of the week and had decided I wasn’t posting…again! But then late Thursday night it seemed the Lord gave me a thought when I read it for the “umpteenth” time! 🙂 Blessings for this encouraging post Lyli. ♥
Hugs and prayer, Nannette. Hope you have a better week this week.
“I sail on in hope.” Oh, Lyli. This was just what I needed. Blessings to you on this Sunday.
Much love,
Beth
Just stay in the boat, Beth. He’s got you.