Jesus Calling - Daily Devotional - July 16th

From the devotional "Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace in His Presence", by Sarah Young - for July 16th

Devotional Text:

Self-pity is a slimy, bottomless pit. Once you fall in, you tend to go deeper and deeper into the mire. As you slide down those slippery walls, you are well on your way to depression, and the darkness is profound.

Your only hope is to look up and see the Light of My Presence shining down on you. Though the Light looks dim from your perspective, deep in the pit, those rays of hope can reach you at any depth. While you focus on Me in trust, you rise ever so slowly out of the abyss of despair. Finally, you can reach up and grasp My hand. I will pull you out into the Light again. I will gently cleanse you, washing off the clinging mire. I will cover you with My righteousness and walk with you down the path of Life.

Included Scriptures:

Psalm 40:2-3
English Standard Version

2 He drew me up from the pit of destruction,
out of the miry bog,
and set my feet upon a rock,
making my steps secure.
3 He put a new song in my mouth,
a song of praise to our God.
Many will see and fear,
and put their trust in the Lord.

Psalm 42:5
New American Standard

Why are you in despair, O my soul?
And why have you become disturbed within me?Hope in God, for I shall again praise Him
For the help of His presence.

Psalm 147:11
English Standard Version

11 but the Lord takes pleasure in those who fear him,
in those who hope in his steadfast love.

God bless you!

Note: The devotion and scriptures are from author Sarah Young. You may purchase the Devotional at the author's official website:
https://www.jesuscalling.com/books/jesus-calling/

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