Scripture: Psalm 86:1–7
“Helplessness is the impetus for the poet’s invocation in Psalm 86. We call out for God’s help, And we know that when we admit our helplessness, only then do we begin to glimpse the face of God, our divine helper.” –Mark Almquist-Murray, Fruit of the Vine
Query: How has God helped you?
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Do you want to control things?
Get ready to be disappointed.
Let the Master do the work.
Otherwise, you’ll make a mess.
Some act aggressively, others weakly.
Some offer warmth, others cold.
Some try to help, others destroy.
The Master sees clearly,
acts accordingly,
never selfish or violent.
–Jim Teeters, in Because of This