“耶和华啊！求你为你名的缘故使我存活，按着你的公义把我从患难中领出来。”
诗篇 143:11
“For the sake of Your name, Lord, revive me. In Your righteousness bring my soul out of trouble.”
Psalms 143:11
“I had a dark moment.” Those five words capture the internal agony of a popular female celebrity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Adjusting to a new normal was part of her challenge, and in her turmoil, she acknowledged that she wrestled with thoughts of suicide. Pulling out of the downward spiral included sharing her struggle with a friend who cared.
We’re all susceptible to tumultuous hours, days, and seasons. Valleys and hard places aren’t foreign but getting out of such places can be challenging. And seeking the assistance of mental health professionals is sometimes needed.
In Psalm 143, we hear and are instructed by David’s prayer during one of the dark times of his life. The exact situation is unknown, but his prayers to God are honest and hope-filled. Our dark moments can also be times for deep prayers—seeking the light and life only God can bring.
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