“The Lord upholds all who are falling
and raises up all who are bowed down.”
– Psalm 145:14
What a beautiful truth! When you’re falling… when you’re bent double by your burdens or your pain… God doesn’t look at you with contempt. He doesn’t yell at you to stand up straight. He doesn’t tell you to keep a stiff upper lip. Rather, God is right there with you. Holding you up. Strengthening you. Catching you. Lifting you back to your feet. Lightening your burden so you can stand up straight. That’s Who God is!
Once you’re in a relationship of love with God through faith in Jesus Christ, He is very present in all your times of trouble. He is deeply aware of, and concerned about, your suffering and weaknesses. He isn’t a distant observer of your situation. His time and attention aren’t limited or divided. He is walking right there with you every step of the way. He’s even carrying when you need Him to!
If Jesus is your Lord, then don’t ever be afraid to ask God for help. For strength to keep going. Pray to Him day-by-day, hour-by-hour, or minute-by-minute. Draw near to Him, knowing that He will draw even nearer to you. Ask for His strength to be revealed in your weakness. Turn your burdens over to Him. Release your anxieties and fears to Him. Walk in step with Him, neither running ahead or lagging behind. Trust in the Lord, because this is truly Who He is! #FollowJesus