Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop

Scripture:
Psalms 94:18-19*  
“When I thought, ‘My foot slips,’ your steadfast love, O LORD, held me up. When the cares of my heart are many, your consolations cheer my soul.”

Reflection:

There are moments in life when we feel overwhelmed, as though the ground beneath us is giving way. In these times, the pressures of the world, the weight of our responsibilities, and the fears that gnaw at us can make us feel as though we’re slipping, losing our footing in a world that can seem so uncertain.

But just when we feel we might fall, we are reminded of our Father's steadfast love. God, in His infinite wisdom and compassion, is always present, ready to catch us and hold us up. His love is not a distant, abstract concept but a real and tangible support that we can lean on when we are burdened.

When our hearts are heavy and the cares of life are many, God’s consolations—His comfort, peace, and presence—are there to cheer our souls. He understands our worries and anxieties, and He meets us in the midst of them with the exact encouragement we need. His ways are higher than ours, and His plans are always for our good, even when we cannot see it at the moment.

Application:

Today, take a moment to rest in the knowledge that God knows best. When you feel like you’re slipping or the cares of your heart are too many, remember that you are not alone. Turn to Him in prayer, and allow His love to uphold you and His consolations to bring joy and peace to your soul. Trust that He is guiding your steps, even when the path is difficult, and that His grace is sufficient for every challenge you face.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, thank You for Your steadfast love that holds me up when I feel like I am slipping. Thank You for the comfort and cheer You bring to my soul when my heart is heavy. Help me to trust in Your wisdom and guidance, knowing that You know what is best for me. Fill me with Your peace today, and let me rest in Your unfailing love. In Jesus’ name, Amen.