PSALM 138
Walking “in the midst of trouble” did not hinder the psalmist’s worship (vv. 1–3). If anything, it helped him to pray and to praise the Lord even more. David could not go to the temple, so he worshiped “toward the temple”; and God helped him.
His troubles did not hinder his witness (vv. 4–6). David may have been among the Gentiles when he wrote this psalm, but he was careful to share the Word and instruct them on singing God’s praises. Trouble can be God’s way to open doors for you to share the gospel.
His troubles did not hinder his walk (vv. 7–8). God revived David and enabled him to defeat his foes. Best of all, God perfected His plan for David and made him a better man (
You may think that your troubles give you an excuse to stop living for the Lord. This psalm says that just the opposite is true! Read it again and follow David’s example.