Carried in Weakness

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There are times in life when we feel so overwhelmed by constant trials. In such times, the demands we face can bring us to the brink of exhaustion. If you find yourself in such a place, this post is for you.

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Psalm 28

"The LORD is their strength, and he is the saving strength of his anointed. Save thy people, and bless thine inheritance: feed them also, and lift them up for ever."

This passage from David carries a theme of justice and mercy. He begins the Psalm with a plea for help and then moves to the contrast between those who are sincere and those who are insincere in their upright efforts. The passage then concludes with acknowledging how God not only favors the upright but actually exceeds in effort with assisting those who honor Him.

The words "feed them also, and lift them" are actually in reference to the duties of a compassionate shepherd. In those early days for David, as a shepherd he was provided the very experience with which he relates to us here. It depicts the kindness of a shepherd who attends to the needs of the sheep when they lack their own strength to thrive on their own. When the sheep is incapable lacks the necessary strength, then God "lifts them up" as the shepherd carries the feeble sheep close to his chest in his arms. This is what is meant from the Hebrew,best translated as "to bear". The thought it conveys for us is that when we feel overwhelmed and believe we do not have the strength to continue, our loving God is ready to draw us close while he provides the required means to sustain us. In times that we lack the needed strength or understanding, God can bear us up in his arms until we are restored. This is the mercy of God toward those who sincerely honor Him.

If you are lacking strength today, look for the means God has already provided for your needs. If you are incapable of pushing forward, trust that God is willing to carry you during this time for your restoration.

Have a good day, my friends.