"How long, O Lord? Will you forget me forever?" Psalm 13:1
At that moment, David felt like God was so far away and his enemies were winning as he suffered. How many times has it appeared that we were doing everything right but non-believers or our sworn enemies are doing better than us? That place can be confusing and frustrating, but God knows his children. It's ok to tell The Lord how you feel at that moment, as David did. But further along in the psalm he realized he couldn't wallow in self pity forever stating "I have trusted in your mercy; my heart shall rejoice in your salvation. I will song to The Lord because he has dealt bountifully with me" Psalm 13:5-6.
No, his situation did not change, but his perspective did. He praised and prayed through his emotions and feelings. Instead of constantly focusing on something you're not pleased with, give it to God, make a change in your control, and be positive.
(Original post: November 20)
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