Messy Lives
Author: Curtis and Tina Norton
May 22, 2019
Messy Lives
“The Lord is close to the
brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalm 34:18, NIV
David was a man who
passionately loved God. But that didn’t mean his life was free from chaos,
heartbreak, or drama. If anything, David had more than his fair share of these
three things.
He lived with the chaos of war
as he attempted to stabilize the warring factions of Israel. He survived the
heartbreak of losing an infant child after his relationship with Bathsheba. He
dealt with the drama from a son that tried to steal his throne and another who
raped his sister.
But through it all, David did
one thing right—he kept turning back to God. He didn’t hide his sins or pretend
he was doing OK. He poured his grief, anger, heartbreak, and betrayals out into
the book of Psalms.
Many times when we think of a
new year, we think of Hallmark perfection. You might long for the ideal
marriage, the beautifully blended family, or the joy of holding a child after
years of infertility.
But even in the middle of your
chaotic and messy life, God’s still with you. He doesn’t abandon you when
hardship and heartbreak coming knock on your door. Instead, He draws close and
gently bandages your wounds.
God, sometimes I’m tempted to think that my life needs to
look perfect before I can approach You. Help me to let go of this belief…I want
to invite You into every area of my life, especially the ones that are messy!
Be my Guide; show me how to release my broken pieces. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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