Any takers???

When we are going through trials there is a great temptation to seek to negotiate with God.  We drive ourselves mad just trying to work some angle with Him to relieve our distress.  Some of us run about others of us just sit and stare silently screaming for help.


Trust in the LORD with all your heart And do not lean on your own understanding. 
(Pro 3:5)

Great words - true words - but will somebody please tell my mind and body about it?   Knowing the truth and even having evidences in one's own life does not make a trial any easier.

In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He will make your paths straight. (Pro 3:6)

Yes, we must acknowledge Him in all our ways  And rely upon Him to make our paths straight - but we have to remember that straight paths are always easy ones.  Kind of makes the verse stick in your throat.

When we hurt it is hard to think or even pray for anything other than for the pain to stop. When we can't see hope it is hard to pray for anything other than some sign that things will be OK.  When we are afraid that fear is present and powerful and steals our attention from Him and His faithfulness.

So what do we do when we "feel" unique in our distress, when we "feel" alone and abandoned?

Well, any takers on this one?