05/06/2024
When Your Heart Is Broken
Brenda Walsh
June 5, 2024
When you are sad, discouraged or brokenhearted, it’s human nature to reach out to a friend for comfort. Somehow, just telling someone who cares about you seems to make things a little better. It doesn’t mean your faith in God is diminished because you reached out for human comfort. There’s nothing wrong with sharing your troubles and receiving support from earthly friends. In fact, the Bible encourages it. But don’t replace God’s comfort for that of others, because the comfort that God provides is so much more satisfying than anything a friend on earth can provide. Jesus is both our Savior and our friend. Keep in mind that God sees the “big picture” and knows what is best for us, and there’s no better place to be than in His comforting arms of love. Don’t get discouraged when going through life's trials, for being a Christian doesn’t mean you’ll never feel the pain of a broken heart. The Bible says that even Jesus wept. Although Jesus knew the future, He had complete faith in His heavenly Father and He knew God would win the battle, yet Jesus still grieved for his children. Jesus is the only “Healer of hearts” and the only One who can give real and lasting peace, joy, healing, and happiness. Text: Psalm 34:18, Psalm 9:9-10, Jeremiah 31:13-14
Bible Texts:
Psalm 34:18 NKJV - The LORD [is] near to those who have a broken heart, And saves such as have a contrite spirit.
Psalm 9:9-10 NKJV - The LORD also will be a refuge for the oppressed, A refuge in times of trouble. And those who know Your name will put their trust in You; For You, LORD, have not forsaken those who seek You.
Jeremiah 31:13-14 NKJV - "Then shall the virgin rejoice in the dance, And the young men and the old, together; For I will turn their mourning to joy, Will comfort them, And make them rejoice rather than sorrow. I will satiate the soul of the priests with abundance, And My people shall be satisfied with My goodness, says the LORD."