In seasons of hurting, it is difficult to find comfort and peace. But there is a source that we can draw from. In Psalm 34, we find the future King David running for his life in a cave, surrounded by others who are miserable. Yet, David can still praise God.
Psalm 34 Superscription
Psalm 34:1-3
1. WHEN I AM HURTING I WILL PRAISE GOD PASSIONATELY AND PUBLICLY.
PSALM 34:4-7
Christ with me, Christ before me, Christ behind me, Christ in me, Christ beneath me, Christ above me, Christ on my right, Christ on my left, Christ when I lie down, Christ when I sit down, Christ when I arise…
PSALM 34:8-10
2. WHEN I AM HURTING I will trust God to be my protector and provider.
PSALM 34:11-16
3. WHEN I AM HURTING I will pursue peace and I will reject evil.
PSALM 34:17-22
4. When I am hurting, I am not condemned and I know I will be delivered.