13:1-2 David experienced moments when he interpreted God's silence as absence. God's nature is solemn. Quiet but always active. We must remember that. He does not abandon us; He does not turn His eyes from our life; He does not turn is heart from our cause. The stronger our relationship with Him, the lighter our soul shines in the darkness. And in the darkness, we need a light. We need that hope and strength and endurance. It comes from our relationship with God. We need the light that is His quiet counsel and model of patience.
13:3-4 David felt cornered and attacked in an impossible situation. Darkness shrouded him. He envisioned the victory of his enemy rather than the presence of His God. We all do it sometimes.
13:5 Like David, we must refocus. We must trust in the promised word of rescue God has given us. We must rejoice in His goodness and truth that He always prevails.
13:7 Ultimately David decided to praise God; he shook off the darkness and started putting light into his heart and situation. He remembered God's faithful generosity and trusted that He is steadfast. A steadfast defender, provider, healer, and Father. We stamp the enemy, the pain and depression into the dirt with every word we speak to praise our God.
