Faithful, Compassionate, and Loving

Psalm 145:8-9, 13-14 says,

"The Lord is gracious and compassionate,
slow to anger and rich in love,
The Lord is good to all;
He has compassion on all He has made."

"The Lord is faithful to all His promises
and loving toward all He has made,
The Lord upholds all those who fall
and lifts up all who are bowed down."

Sometimes when I think the burdens of life are more than I can bear and I wonder how I can go on, I go to the book of Psalms and the Lord speaks to me there.

"Most of the psalms are prayers, and most of the prayers include praise to God. Praise expresses admiration, appreciaiton, and thanks. Praise is often directed to God, and just as often the praise is shared with others. Considering all that God has done and does for us, what could be more natural than outbursts of heartfelt praise?

As you read the Psalms, note the praise given to God, not only for what He does---His creation, His blessings, His forgiveness---but also for who He is---loving, just, faithful, forgiving, patient."

Praise is what we do to show our appreciation toward a faithful, compassionate and loving God!

Psalm 145:20 says, "The Lord watches over all who love him."

God is the source of all our daily needs. He remains near to those who call on him. He hears our cries and saves us.

If you are bending under a burden and feel that you are about to fall, turn to God for help in prayer. He is ready to lift you up and bear your burden.

The Bible says, "Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you." (1 Peter 5:7)

"Carrying your worries, stresses, and daily struggles by yourself shows that you have not trusted God fully with your life. It takes humility to recognize that God cares, to admit your need, and to let others in God's family help you. Letting God have your anxieties calls for action, not passivity. Don't submit to circumstances, but to the Lord who controls circumstances."

Thought for Today: God is faithful to all that He promises. Give Him praise for being true to His Word!