decisions. It was full of heartache, physical pain,
mental illness and the effects of an evil world.
David’s trials are not far from our own.
David found shade and comfort in the rock of
God. He found relief and strength in his refuge.
He is a mighty example of the power of trust in the
Lord,
“I will love You, O Lord, my strength. The
Lord is my rock and my fortress and my
deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will
trust; my shield and the horn of my salvation, my
stronghold,” Psalm 18:1-2.
So when faced with physical trials, emotional
hardship, or worldly suffering take David’s life to
heart. Find comfort in the Lord. Be thankful God
wants to be your refuge. Until you are in heaven
where there are no tears or pain, give God your
agony, worries and sorrow. Just as a rock provides
strength, shelter and shade depend on God for
your power, your sustenance and your needs.
In Hebrews 13:5, God promises he will never leave
nor forsake you. You can face each trial knowing
he is in control and he will fulfill his promises. This
covenant should cause you to run to the comfort
only his refuge can give, give him your burdens
and live your life by faith.
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About the Author
Jana Letterman is the author of The D Diary – The
Story of a Girl’s Struggle Through Depression and
God’s Transforming Power, available on Amazon
and soon to be published Claim Your Crown. She
is a speaker, owner of www.aLightFilledLife.com
and the creator of a retail line.
Through The D Diary and her website
ALightFilledlLife.com she shares her expertise
and personal journey with depression. Having
both grandfathers succumb to suicide, multiple
family members who deal with depression and her
own struggle she offers a one-of-a-kind testimony
to the wrath of the disease and the love of God.
Jana’s motto is no matter what you’ve been
through or no matter the bad choices you’ve made
you have an opportunity to bring a little light to
the world. Her ability to share her very raw story
leaves audiences shivering with excitement to do
the same.