Today’s Reading: Psalms 139:7-16
Today’s Verse: “Even there shall thy hand lead me, and thy right hand shall hold me.” Psalms 139:10 KJV
I will always remember singing the hymn “Precious Lord Take My Hand.”
The lyrics said: “Precious Lord, take my hand. Lead me on, let me stand. I am tired, I am weak, I am worn. Through the storm, through the night lead me on to the light. Take my hand precious Lord, lead me home.”
It goes on to say: “When my way grows drear. Precious Lord, linger near. When my life is almost gone. Hear my cry, hear my call. Hold my hand lest I fall. Take my hand, precious Lord. Lead me home.”
This hymn was written by Thomas A. Dorsey in 1932. It was written from tragedy.
He had just returned from a musical revival. It was then that he found out his wife had died in childbirth. Their infant son died just a day after.
Grief took over and he began to question his faith.
He sat down at a piano and began to play.
He was desperately and faithfully crying out to God. He wanted guidance, strength, and comfort. He was going through a time of deep grief and sorrow. He was becoming spiritually exhausted.
His lyrics showed every believer that it is okay to reach out to God when they are at their breaking point.
The verse today reminds us that there is no place too dark. God is a constant presence. He is our security. It does not matter if it is physical or emotional.
God is actively guiding our steps. He is holding us safely in His grip. Always ready to lead us into unfamiliar territories. But we must let go of our own control and trust His plan.
We will always find comfort in His hold. We will always be securely held. He will free us from the fear of being abandoned. It will always lead to peace.
A WORD OF PRAYER
Father, no matter where we are or what we face, You are always with us. You are there even when we feel lost. Even when we feel overwhelmed. We will rest in the assurance that Your hand is guiding our steps. That Your strong right hand is holding us secure. We want to strengthen our trust in You today and forevermore. Thank You for always being there for us.
In Jesus Name We Pray, Amen