Summer Road Trip ‘08
Driving in the Dark
Day Thirteen: Psalm 13:3

“Restore the light to my eyes…”

When I was younger we played a dangerous game. We would drive down a deserted road with no street lights and no headlights. Though it only lasted for a second or two, it was still an unsettling experience; the movement of the car and total darkness at the same time sent chills down my spine. We were driving in the dark.

I don’t play that game any more, but I have experienced similar feelings. There are times when I look, but I don’t see. There are moments when I can’t make out which way to turn, the road ahead is unclear. My prayer at such times is much like the Psalmist’s, “Lord, let me see…restore the light to my eyes.”

At such times I much trust in God’s unfailing love.

“But I will trust in your unfailing love. I will rejoice because you have rescued me.” (vs.5)

What is most important about the above verse is that the Psalmist is rejoicing BEFORE his rescue. His trust is so complete in God’s future rescue that he begins the celebration in advance.

Lord, I can’t see now, but I trust in your unfailing love. Since I’m trusting I can celebrate Your coming answer to my prayer.

Such darkness is not our enemy when it drives us to trust completely in God.

Enjoy the Journey
Pastor Paul