Trusting In Tough Times
by Danny Taylor | January 20, 2011
“Do not be like the horse or like the mule, which have no understanding, which must be harnessed with bit and bridle, else they will not come near you.” (Psalm 32:9)
Why is it necessary to shoot a horse when it breaks it’s leg? The answer to that question is simple: the horse makes a terrible patient! The horse will never remain calm enough for the broken leg to heal properly. A dog with a broken leg has enough sense and patience to hold it up but a horse will put his entire weight on it, never allowing it to be treated successfully.
There is a lesson there for us today. Happy is the one who learns to yield to God in the times of trial and trouble. So often, we allow our lives to fall into a rut in the areas of commitment, faithfulness and our attitudes. God will speak to us during these times in our lives and try to treat our condition, but so often, we just ignore His counsel and continue on our merry way! The one who maintains a rebellious spirit does so to his own destruction, (just like the horse!) but he that submits himself to the sovereignty of God shall be sustained in his daily walk with the Lord.
Our faith teaches us to say, “My heavenly Father never makes a mistake and all things that He permits will work out for my good and His glory.” (Romans 8:28) So we must be determined to remain faithful, to praise the Lord even in the midst of our trials and glory in our tribulations. (Romans 5:3) Always remember, God can still be trusted even when He cannot be understood. May the Lord truly bless you and yours today!
Bro. Danny