Lately, I have found expression for my own frustrations and disappointment in the Psalms of Lament. The thing about these Psalms is that they are honest and emotional while acknowledging the reality of God. I find this an incredibly healthy way of interacting with God. I decided to write my own modern lament patterned after Psalm 3.
Lord, where can I find dedication to your Son!
Why do the once faithful seem to move away from you the first chance they get? Why are they so weak in the face of personal difficulty or challenging social situations?
Many say, “I once believed, until this happened.” Should a few poor situations really push people away from you?
But you have given me an assurance of your faithfulness to me.
Even when I have faced my own bad situation, at church and otherwise, I have never wanted you more Lord. You have been with me and others through Wilderness times.
Don’t let your church be sullied by unbelief, modern sensibilities, controversies, reduction of the mission, or scandals. Give no one ammunition to bring down your name in response to your church’s example.
From you comes blessing, living water to sustain us, peace, and direction for the future. May your blessing be on your people.
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