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Volunteers at a farm animal rescue organization in Australia found a wandering sheep weighed down by more than seventy-five pounds of filthy, matted wool. Rescuers suspected the sheep had been forgotten and lost in the bush for at least five years. Volunteers soothed him through the uncomfortable process of shearing away his heavy fleece. Once freed from his burden, Baarack ate. His legs grew stronger. He became more confident and content as he spent time with his rescuers and the other animals at the sanctuary.
The psalmist David understood the pain of being weighed down with heavy burdens, feeling forgotten and lost, and desperate for a rescue mission. In Psalm 38, David cried out to God. He had experienced isolation, betrayal, and helplessness (vv. 11–14). Still, he prayed with confidence: “Lord, I wait for you; you will answer, Lord my God” (v. 15). David didn’t deny his predicament or minimize his inner turmoil and physical ailments (vv. 16–20). Instead, he trusted that God would be near and answer him at the right time and in the right way (vv. 21–22).
When we feel weighed down by physical, mental, or emotional burdens, God remains committed to the rescue mission He planned from the day He created us. We can count on His presence when we cry out to Him: “Come quickly to help me, my Lord and my Savior” (v. 22).
Reflect: How has God revealed His faithfulness when you’ve felt weighed down? How has God used others to comfort and support you?
Prayer: Gracious God, help me to encourage others who feel weighed down, lost, or forgotten
5thGenerationgirl 
Yes indeed we can count on his presence when we are weighed down and need help. He is a faithful and loving God and that brings me so much comfort to know that he hears my hearts cry.
Thank you for this word. Blessings.
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Blessings to you as well my friend.
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Daily prayer (as as daily as possible) brings me comfort and peace that things will be ok – or that I will be ok regardless of how things work out. The comfort of close family and friends are the things I count as the blessings in my life. Happy Friday, Tammy.
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Believe it or not, you are my closest friend or perhaps it’s that you communicate with me more than others. 😊
People seem to have lots going on & I understand yet I have to seek comfort else where like prayer, reading etc.
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Oh I’m sorry to hear that, Tammy. 😞 I can empathize with the feeling of isolation. People unfortunately get busy in their lives and I wish people thought about reaching out more. I’m glad prayer brings you comfort and that reading brings you enjoyment. And that I can be a friend from afar. Hang in there! 🙏
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Gosh Ab, the bright side is I’m able to use this time to reflect and grow which I’ve been enjoying the journey for the most part. There’s always a bit of light when I choose to look for it. Thanks for shining so bright❣️❣️❣️
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Nice, empowering message. Thanks for spreading the light!
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Yes, I did see this story on social media. So amazing and yes God is in the business of rescue💕.
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Thank you for this much needed reminder! 🌹
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I know what you mean. Everyday I have to find even a little light of hope to get me through.
God bless my dear!
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I definitely feel you on that! Blessings!!
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I definitely feel you on that! Blessings!
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The Lord as my shepherd is such a peaceful realm🤤
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Yes it is😊
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It seems that when I help others, I’m helped. I’ve been fortunate to always find a job, even after my small business didn’t survive covid, I got a job at a children’s library. The more my co-workers and I make it a second home to receptive minds, the lighter I feel. Wool falls off.
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