TRUSTING THE LORD

Psalm 34:17-22

Christians must entrust five burdens to the Lord to receive blessings from Him.

First, trust the Lord with your frustrations (v. 17). The word
trouble means "to be in a bind" or "frustrated." Sometimes we bring
trouble on ourselves, as did David. The only safe place is in the will of
God. Sometimes other people cause our troubles, as Saul often did for
David. And sometimes we have troubles because God knows we need them. When
we have troubles, we need to pray for His help. Trust the Lord with your
frustrations.

Second, trust the Lord with your feelings (v. 18). David was repenting
because of his sin, and his heart was broken. God respects that attitude;
He is always near those who have a broken heart.

Third, trust the Lord with your future (v. 20). The word guard means "to
exercise great care over, to protect." When Jesus was on the cross, the
Devil was doing his worst, yet he could do only what God permitted. God
was guarding His own Son, and He will guard us, for He is concerned with
our future.

Fourth, trust the Lord with your foes (v. 21). Their own sin will slay
them. "Evil shall slay the wicked." Give your enemies to the Lord. Let Him
be the Judge (Rom. 12:17-21)
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Finally, trust the Lord with your failures (v. 22). The word condemned
means "to be held guilty." David sinned against the Lord (the cause of his
broken heart), but God rescued and forgave him.
If you want to have a good day, trust the Lord with these five burdens.

When you became a Christian, you trusted Jesus as your Savior, and He
saved you from the penalty of your sin. But don't stop there. You need to
entrust your life to God daily. Entrust these burdens to Him and receive
the blessings He has for you.