I would have despaired
unless
I had believed
I would see
the goodness
of the LORD
in the land
of the living.
Psalm 27:13
LORD, I believe, but help my unbelief.
The hinge between despair and hope is my belief in His goodness.
And yes, I believe that one day it will all make sense. One day, I will see how all the brokenness pales in comparison to the eternal weight of glory He is working in me.
But here?
Now?
I have never struggled with His goodness…it’s the location that gives me pause.
The land of the living is where I’ve had the trouble.
It’s where I have been wounded.
It’s where I have encountered men and women who have done harm.
Wait for the LORD;
Be strong and let your heart take courage;
Yes, wait for the LORD.
Psalm 27:14
I will wait - for Him.
I will be strong - in Him.
I will let my heart take refuge - in Him.
Yes, I will wait for Him, for His goodness - here. In the land of the living.