Problems, difficulties and things hard to understand, can appear and
take place in all of our lives, without regard to our person or position. This is
true of believers also, as can be seen in the life of a man who was indeed
close to God in all aspects of life. When unexpected and prolonged famine
appeared in the land, David, whose life had been in favour with God, sought
Yahwah and enquired from Him, about this hard to reconcile problem. Without God
or without correct relationship with God, we would be inclined to panic, or get
angry and react in our own strength when faced with unknowns. This leads to
many mistakes and unwarranted actions. The man of God has another solution for
the problems which may afflict him or his, and which he finds difficult to
comprehend or accept. He can talk to the Lord and ask Him for wisdom and
understanding! In our example, God answered David very specifically, allowing
him to act in righteousness, and make things right. God is willing to answer
sincere prayer, and respond to genuine petitions. He will supply answers,
directions, instructions and lead those who trust in Him to happier, superior
solutions, and victories otherwise not possible. As believers we need not fear,
or become angry, frustrated and anxious, when faced with hard to fathom
difficulties in life. If we will trust God and pray to him from open and earnest
hearts, we will find answers and directions from God, or at the very least, the
strength, courage and resignation to bear the load and continue on faithfully,
until relief is brought to us! Our starting point is always the same, on our
knees before God in communication and contact with Jesus! At the altar of
prayer, are found the best solutions to life’s hardships and challenges. They
are sourced from the mind and heart of the One who is omniscient, and for Whom
there are no limits or difficulties!
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