THOUGHT OF THE WEEK: Psalm 131
There are times in our lives where we ask questions and receive no answers. Why did that have to happen? Why is it me that has to endure this? What is the purpose? How can I get through? It is during those times that the Christian has a calming, quiet strength that is beyond reason or explanation. This peace, that surpasses understanding, is found in the humble and meek strength of a God follower.
Psalm 131 speaks of this humble person who is not arrogant or prideful, and who does not occupy themselves with matters beyond human powers to comprehend (verse 1). Instead, this person has calmed and quieted his or her soul and just as a weaned child is content with simply having their mother’s presence, the faithful worshiper is content with God’s presence even when there are things he or she would like God to explain. When we have His presence and this calm peace overcome us we will always have hope in the LORD. A hope that never quits!
