Psalm 27:7-14 – Part I
A magnetic field is a force that either attracts or repels objects. The threat of harm and suffering is similar to a magnet because distress can attract negative emotional, psychological, and spiritual responses.
At times suffering can attract feelings of abandonment, fear, anxiety, and doubt while repelling trust in God. Sometimes circumstances of desolation and despair cause us to draw close to God whose immense love and immeasurable grace is like a magnet to the human soul.
During times of suffering and great troubles, reflect upon the emotions and ideas that are attaching themselves to our hearts and minds.
The psalmist reflected on God’s faithfulness during a time when his soul was weary due to the advances of his enemies. He compared the attacks of his enemies to ravenous wild beasts seeking to devour a vulnerable prey.
Has difficulty and distress ever left us feeling vulnerable and insecure like a small child separated from a parent or guardian in a grocery store? Subsequently, the fear stricken child desperately seeks the presence of the parent and cries out.
The psalmist felt detached from the salvation of his life and bellowed in agony “Hear my voice when I call, O Lord.” His desperate prayer of deliverance momentarily repelled the onslaught of doubt and fear that besieged him.
When we are faced with turmoil and besieged with trials, a commitment to prayer is an indication that the presence of God is more attractive than the enticement of anxiety.
Prayer acts as an anchor to the distressed soul. When our lives are overthrown with turmoil, prayer attaches our soul (mind/emotions/affections) to God who is the anchor of our wavering faith. Take some time to pray to God today and be attracted to God’s peace.