Manna for Your Morning

And she was in bitterness of soul, and prayed to the LORD and wept in anguish. — 1 Samuel 1:10 (NKJV) Hannah was sorrowful because she was not able to bear children. In her great distress, she poured out her soul before the LORD (1 Samuel 1:15). When we are in distress it’s best to go to the LORD, and cast our cares upon Him. First Samuel 1:19 says the LORD remembered her. So it came to pass in the process of time that Hannah conceived and bore a son, and called his name Samuel, saying, “Because I have asked for him from the LORD.” (1 Samuel 1:20) Whatever you have asked of the LORD, whatever you have poured your soul out to Him about, know that He has not forgotten you. In the the process of time, the desires of your heart will come forth. Wait on the LORD; Be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the LORD! (Psalm 27:14) I wait for the LORD, my soul waits, and in His word I do hope. (Psalm 130:5)

For I will [fully] satisfy the weary soul, and I will replenish every languishing and sorrowful person. — Jeremiah 31:25 (AMP) As we abide in His Presence, our heavenly Father fully satisfies our weary souls. His Holy Spirit dwelling in us, empowers us with everything we need to successfully navigate our way through each moment of the day. He gives us strength for every struggle. Put your hand in His and let Him be your guide. He alone is the source of our peace, and joy and only in His Presence will we be fully satisfied and fulfilled.

After walking a little farther, he quickly bowed with his face to the ground and prayed, “Father, if it’s possible, let this cup of suffering be taken away from me. But let your will be done rather than mine.” — Matthew 26:39 (GW) Before Jesus was arrested, Him and His disciples went to the Garden of Gethsemane to pray. Jesus became sorrowful and troubled. Then He said to them, “My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death.” (Matthew 26:37-38) When our souls are overwhelmed, may we humble ourselves before God, release our will, and embrace HIS will. In the midst of troubles, we must trust our heavenly Father, knowing that no matter how bleak the situation appears, God is working ALL things together for good. Amen!