David's Tears

I am weary with my groaning, all
the night I make my bed to swim;
​I water my couch with tears. 
Psalm 6:6

I confess that I often find myself facing many personal difficulties and painful trials... 

...both within my own heart and mind, and within the prison itself. And these things or situations, both individually and together, cause lots of anguish. I am troubled about the spiritually destitute condition of my family, the often times barren spiritual condition of my church, and other matters that I've chosen not to discuss at this time. And I also know that, when it comes to the body of Christ, everyone, at least every so often, falls short of being a "good" Christian, including myself. I'll be the first to confess that I am far from perfect, and my failures are many.

Nevertheless, in spite of my own pain and anguish of heart, and the grief I have because I miss my family, and the remorse I carry over the past, my trust and hope is in the Lord. He remains the source of my joy and strength. Even when I am hurting, I am still "more than a conqueror" through Jesus Christ who loves me.

Yes, I can relate to David's tears. I, too, have shed many of my own.

D.B.