Psalm 137:1-2. “By the rivers of Babylon, there we sat down, yea, we wept, when we remembered Zion. We hanged our harps upon the willows in the midst thereof.” IN TIMES OF DESPAIR. How should I react to disappointments? Should I pretend there is nothing happens that is adverse? Is it right to allow the failure to obey God’s commandments; Seems to go unchallenged and go on unreversed? A sad countenance sometimes is appropriate It emphasizes that sin has a high price – When a nation or a people don’t appreciate Who God is and what He has done – that is not wise.
A response of grief to acts of guilt is right – It shows repentance is not faked or put on. There is a price to be paid right in the sight Of others who know what has gone wrong. Don’t act as if guilt has no consequence – Payday comes if not sooner, than later. It is not fair to others if I in pretense Let people go on unwarned to some sin that is greater.
No, I know when in despair because of sin – There is a way back to God who forgives. But I must never ignore or pretend That it is nothing when my heart grieves. However, I am grateful that confession brings forgiveness And blessings return like the sun after rain. A faithful God lets me return to His business, And by His grace and power, I’ll not fail Him again.
Every day is not always pleasant, Father. When I have failed to fulfill what I have been called to, there is sadness. But I am grateful that the song is still there and I can sing again. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”