David Jeremiah Devotional 3rd February 2023 – Turning Loneliness Into Love
As you study today’s devotional, remember this; “Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive his approval. Be a good worker, one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth.” 2 Timothy 2:15 (NLT)
TOPIC: Turning Loneliness Into Love
Turn to me and be gracious to me, for I am lonely and afflicted.
Psalm 25:16, NIV
Recommended Reading: Psalm 25:16-22
David Jeremiah Devotional 3rd February 2023 MESSAGE
Loneliness is a global pandemic of sorts. The most vulnerable are people younger than 25 and older than 55. Also singles, those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, and those suffering from chronic disease. Perhaps you fit into one of those groups. Even if you don’t, our technologically advanced world is a lonely place. But God doesn’t want us to live in perpetual loneliness. He has given us a prayer to offer: Turn to me and be gracious to me, for I am lonely and afflicted.
That prayer was originally composed by David, the man after God’s own heart. When you feel lonely, it helps to remember the biblical heroes who suffered bouts of the same affliction. But our ever-present God can show us how to turn our loneliness into love for others. Even something as simple as writing a note, smiling at passersby in the grocery store, or calling an ailing friend can help.
Cast out the temptation to move from loneliness to self-pity. Use your lonely feelings to push you toward someone lonelier than you are. The God who blesses you will make you a blessing!
There’s no better place to discover the healthiest possible response to loneliness than the Word of God. – Ruth Graham
Read-Thru-the-Bible: Leviticus 19 – 21
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