What To Do When You Feel Abandoned By God: Psalm 13 (Short Message)

In this video on Psalm 13, we explore the theme of feeling abandoned by God and experiencing deep sadness. David, the author of the Psalm, is seen grappling with the duration of his trial, questioning the forsaking of God, the hiding of God's face, and the prolonged sorrow in his heart. Despite the adversity, David acknowledges the sovereignty of God over his trials. The second part of the Psalm sees David boldly asking the Lord to consider him, to return and answer his prayer, expressing his fear of death. This video concludes by emphasizing the transformative power of suffering, urging listeners to reflect on the Lord in the midst of trials, to preach to themselves about God's steadfast love, and to turn lament into praise by focusing on the grace and salvation found in Jesus Christ, who himself experienced forsakenness on the cross for humanity's sake.