DAILY?READINGS: 2 Samuel 24; Jeremiah 8; Ephesians 2:11-22
Cast your burden on the Lord, and He shall sustain you; He shall never permit the righteous to be moved. Psalm 55:22 (NKJV)
This is David’s message for all those who have been betrayed by a close friend. David expected to be mistreated and oppressed by his enemies, but the betrayal of a fellow companion, who he had worshipped God with, was overwhelming. The smooth, illusory words of his tormentor cut David’s heart like a sharp sword. Although he anguished in the trial, he was determined to call on the Lord day and night until deliverance came. The Lord supported David through this hurtful experience and He will likewise render justice on your behalf and apply salve to your grieving heart. —W. A. H.
Cast thy burden on the Lord, only lean upon His Word;
Thou wilt soon have cause to bless His eternal faithfulness. —R. Hill