Read Psalm 18:6 “ In my distress I called to the Lord, I cried to the Lord for help. From his temple he heard my voice; my cry came before him, into his ears”.

I have always found it comforting to sit in a coffee shop with a friend who really listens and understands me. The difference between this very understanding and listening friend and God is this- God has the power and wisdom well beyond anything a person can do.

It is comforting to remember that God is very different than people. As a young mom, I l sometimes would tune out my kids after they were coming to me with their one-hundredth request of that morning. I heard them, but sometimes it came in one ear and out the other. I am so thankful God is NOT like that.

In this short verse, initially, we don’t need instructions- in our distress we call out to God. I do not need to tell you how to do that. However, remembering the second half sometimes requires reminding. God listens to our cry. The one who holds the whole world in the palm of His hand, the God who is all-powerful and more than able has heard your cry. Now, that brings a sigh of relief! We need someone like that to hear us!

Peace will only come as you acknowledge this truth! Thank you, Father God, that you do hear me when I call to you. Thank you that I can know that you care for me and my loved one.

Remember, another difference is that God can see into the future. He knows the journey of my loved one, today and tomorrow and every other day.

Father,

Thank you that you care for me and my loved one in the middle of their struggles. Father, please reach down and intervene. Give to me peace and strength for today. I need you to watch over my loved one. You can do that like no one else.

In Jesus Name.

Amen.