Gistvibez devotion of today- Restoration is nigh
Key Verse:“Thou shalt arise, and have mercy upon
Zion: for the time to favour her, yea, the set time,
is come” (Psalm 102:13)
An English songwriter, George Asaf, once wrote,
“What’s the use of worrying? It never was
worthwhile, so pack up your troubles in your old
kitbag and smile, smile, smile”. This song
stresses the need to be undaunted during distress
and trouble and demonstrate positive attitude of
courage and hope. Our text has relevant
interpretation for those who are passing through
problems today; that reliance on God will bring
restoration of whatever has been lost or
damaged. Though the Psalmist realized the
undesirable state of Jerusalem and even foresaw
its future devastation, he was hopeful that one
day there would be restoration of Zion into its
former glory and of its attaining a more desirable
state. Rather than succumb to melancholy, he
resorted to prayer and positive confession. To
find oneself in an undesirable situation is not new
in life. Yet, our attitude at such times is what
matters most. The Psalmist confessed that there
would be restoration for Zion as God would
favour her. He knew that the wall of Jerusalem
would be broken down, the city would be
devastated by the enemy and people of the land
taken into captivity. In spite of these, he was
hopeful that the time of restoration shall come.
God understands what you are passing through
this time. Never allow worry a place in your heart.
It may appear there is no job today; job will come
tomorrow. You may have married and no children
yet. Remember it is God who gives children, and
in Him you must trust. Whatever the challenges
you are facing, why not cast your burden upon
Jesus so that there will be restoration? Nothing
pertaining to us is hidden from God. Therefore,
cheer up and expect restoration, for it will
certainly come for those who trust in God.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY: There is always light at
the end of a dark tunnel.
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