In times of uncertainty when we feel anxious, it helps to know how to connect to the source of hope and peace.
Last summer, which now seems so long ago, I went on a bike ride through a long, dark tunnel that had me praying a Jesus prayer. You know, one of those foxhole prayers when you need a lifeline because the circumstances you find yourself in feel really overwhelming.
It doesn’t matter if you’re the only one having that experience. When you’re worried or distressed, knowing that other people aren’t can be comforting, but sometimes that’s not enough.
What is helpful is knowing that Jesus is with us when we feel that way. A simple call out to Jesus can bring us closer to a place of peace.
May you find comfort, maybe a little humor at my predicament last summer, in how I coped in the darkness.
Coping in the darkness – a guiding light
Maybe my experience and moment of prayer will encourage you in your own prayers.
Simple and desperate prayers are always okay to pray.
“We put our hope in the Lord.
He is our help and our shield.
In him our hearts rejoice,
for we trust in his holy name.
Let your unfailing love surround us, Lord,
for our hope is in you alone.” Psalm
33:20-22 NLT
Sometimes songs speak the words our hearts need to hear. I heard this song today and it spoke to mine. Perhaps it will speak to yours too.