This is the one little bright spot in a book filled with sorrow and regret. The book is called Lamentations, after all. It’s kind of in the middle of the book which feels right, like the eye of the storm.
Why is a book filled with verse after verse of misery and woe included in the Bible? Well, everyone can related to it so why shouldn’t it be included? Unfortunately, life is painful and disappointing much of the time. It’s a fallen world. The Bible is our story so it includes the good, the bad, and the ugly.
But the Bible is also God’s story and today’s verse reminds the mourner of His unchanging character. He is always faithful. His love is always available. His mercy never runs dry.
Even in the midst of my darkest moment, my deepest grief, my most profound loss… God’s love is right here, the same as ever. Just as shiny and wonderful. His forgiveness is within reach. It’s not even a stretch. When I lift my eyes from my darkness, I can see the hope of God’s bright dawn and a new morning fresh with possibilities.
Dear God,
Thank you so much for your constant presence and dependable love and mercy. Thank you for this promise of hope in the midst of my pain. Remind me to look up from myself and my situation. To look at your smiling face and accept your comfort. Teach me to be a comfort to others in the darkness as well.
CamDevo 