What actions can we take when feeling "in deep mire" like in Psalm 69:2? Facing the Reality of the Mire Psalm 69:2 says, “I have sunk into deep mud, where there is no footing; I have come into deep waters, and a flood sweeps over me.” David does not deny the struggle; he names it. So our first action is to be honest: • Admit to God and trusted believers exactly where we are (Psalm 142:2). • Refuse the temptation to minimize or spiritualize away real pain. Pouring Out Transparent Prayer David spends the rest of the psalm pouring out his heart. We can: • Speak plainly—“Save me, O God!” (Psalm 69:1). • Bring every fear, accusation, and weariness before Him (1 Peter 5:7). • Keep talking until the burden lifts or His peace breaks in (Philippians 4:6-7). Remembering Past Deliverances David recalls God’s faithfulness elsewhere (Psalm 40:2: “He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire”). Reflecting on God’s record fuels fresh hope: • Journal previous answers to prayer. • Read testimonies in Scripture—Joseph in prison, Jeremiah in the cistern (Jeremiah 38:6-13). • Share God-stories with fellow believers (Psalm 145:4-7). Anchoring in Promises When footing is gone, God’s Word becomes solid ground: • Meditate on passages about His steadfast love (Lamentations 3:21-23). • Memorize verses that counter today’s lies—Isaiah 41:10, Romans 8:38-39. • Declare them aloud; faith comes by hearing (Romans 10:17). Choosing Worship in the Depths Psalm 69 eventually erupts in praise (v.30-31). Worship shifts focus: • Sing psalms and hymns even while tears fall (Acts 16:25). • Thank Him for who He is before you see what He will do (Habakkuk 3:17-19). • Use music, creation, or written prayers to lift your gaze. Inviting the Support of the Body David had faithful companions (2 Samuel 15:18-22). So should we: • Reach out for prayer and accountability (Galatians 6:2). • Attend gatherings even when you feel numb—presence matters (Hebrews 10:24-25). • Let others speak truth when your own voice falters (Proverbs 27:17). Waiting with Hope Psalm 69 ends with confidence that God will act. Waiting is active: • Trust His timing (Psalm 31:15). • Keep obeying today’s clear instructions while He works in the unseen (Isaiah 40:31). • Anticipate the new song He promises after the mire (Psalm 40:3). Serving Out of Brokenness Hard places can birth compassion: • Offer comfort you’ve received (2 Corinthians 1:3-4). • Pray for others in similar pits; intercession lifts your own heart. • Engage in small acts of kindness—God often meets us as we pour out. Resting in the Final Rescue However deep today’s mud, eternity is secure: • Christ descended into death’s depths and rose (Ephesians 4:9-10). • One day He will wipe every tear (Revelation 21:4). • The Lord “will fulfill His purpose” for you (Psalm 138:8). When the mire feels endless, these actions draw us into the steady hands of the One who never sinks. |
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