MEMORY VERSE:
But this I call to mind and therefore I have hope:
The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases;
His mercies never come to an end;
they are new every morning;
great is Your faithfulness. (ESV) Lamentations 3:21-23
Remember the song “Bad Day” by Daniel Powter? It was played one season on American Idol when a contestant was eliminated.
“...‘Cause you had a bad day, you’re taking one down
You sing a sad song just to turn it around...”
What about the lyrics from the theme song to the sitcom “Friends”?
“...well it hasn’t been your day, your week, your month, or even your year...”
Do you feel that way?
We all have bad days. The cause might be work, family, health, money, or relationships. And sometimes those days do go on for weeks, months, or even years.
During these times it’s tempting to shut out the world, curl up in your fuzzy robe and slippers, and throw yourself a pity party. I wonder if the author of Lamentations started out writing in fuzzy robe and slippers.
He may have started out attired in the comfort of fuzziness, but soon realized he couldn’t stay this way. In the midst of his lament he understands he’s not alone. The people of Israel aren’t abandoned. God is still there, faithful in love, mercy, and grace.
If you’re having a bad day that won’t go away, remember we have cause to hope. Even in the midst of our worst sorrows and trials God never stops loving us and He never abandons us. God is with us every morning, even on our bad days, bringing us mercy and grace.
What does that look like?
It could be a visit from a friend, a “thinking of you” card in the mail, a phone call from a family member, the strength to get out of bed, relief from pain, patience with a child, another day of work, a surprise cheque in the mail...the list is endless.
God’s mercies aren’t limited. He knows what you need, when you need it. That is cause to hope. Praise be to God!
Things To Think About...
What sends you scurrying for your fuzzy robe and slippers? What mercies does God bring to you during those times? Share your thoughts by clicking on “comments” below.
But this I call to mind and therefore I have hope:
The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness (ESV)
Lamentations 3:21-23
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