5th Sunday of Easter
R. Lord, let your mercy be on us, as we place our trust in you.
Written by Rick Grinstead
This psalm is a beautiful reminder of the steadfast love and faithfulness of God towards those who trust in Him. The psalmist acknowledges that God is the creator of the universe, and all things in it, and that He is worthy of praise and worship.
The psalmist calls upon the Lord to show mercy to His people as they place their trust in Him. This is a powerful statement of faith that acknowledges the sovereignty of God over all aspects of life. It reminds us that our trust in God should not waver, even in difficult times. When we put our faith in Him, we can rest assured that He will take care of us.
The psalm also encourages us to praise God for who He is and what He has done. It is a reminder that we serve a God who is faithful, loving, and compassionate. He is a God who is always with us, even in the darkest moments of our lives. When we take time to reflect on His goodness, it fills us with joy and peace. It reminds us that no matter what we are facing, we can find hope in God's unfailing love.
As we reflect on this psalm, we are reminded of the importance of placing our trust in God. When we put our faith in Him, we can rest assured that He will show us mercy and provide for our needs. This is not to say that we will never face difficult times, but rather that we can trust in God's faithfulness to see us through those times.
Do we truly trust in God? Do we believe that He is faithful to see us through difficult times? Do we take time to praise Him for who He is and what He has done in our lives? May this psalm be a reminder to us of the importance of placing our trust in God and giving Him the praise and worship He deserves.
Rick has been a passionate youth worker for the Church for over 20 years. His ministries have had the privilege of working with thousands of youth and young adults through retreats, speaking engagements, and relational ministry. His wife and eight children love being a part of the ministries and could not be more excited to see what the Lord has in store for them next. Connect with Rick here.
Pray with today’s psalm.