God of All Comfortಮಾದರಿ

“I have been faithful, not failed,” and “I am learning, not losing,” are two sayings I constantly remind myself of. Recently, I went through a season where I often told myself to take life minute by minute, hour by hour. Each day felt like a battle, and these sayings helped me remember that the deep despair I felt wouldn’t last; it wasn’t my identity. They also encouraged me to focus on the process and to recognize that this was just a season of darkness, not my entire life.

Psalm 20 reflects a similar confession of trust by a congregation before battle, an intercession led by King David. It reminded the people of the ultimate victor in times of strife. This beautiful psalm is one I have recited and reflected upon when life’s circumstances had me feeling overwhelmed and powerless.

I often swing from moments of deep trust in God to grappling with feelings of failure in my lowest lows. I can’t recall a time when I didn’t struggle with these dark periods. However, I find comfort in knowing I’m not alone; many biblical figures experienced similar challenges. David straightforwardly preached to himself, always remembering that life wouldn’t end in despair. When you’re fighting for deliverance from challenges—whether in health, relationships, or grief—and nothing seems to improve, it’s hard not to feel that God is silent. This psalm serves as a reminder of God’s power.

Throughout Scripture, we see that God often asked the Israelites to trust him in unconventional ways. He didn’t want them to rely on traditional markers of power and control, like kings for leadership or chariots and horses for strength. Instead, he taught them to depend on him, not on human systems. Even though King David was a man of great faith, he once succumbed to fear and decided to count his troops (2 Samuel 24), as if measuring his own power and security to give him confidence and hope instead of God’s power and sovereignty. I can relate to this; sometimes I find myself tallying my own strategies and plans, believing they’ll lead to success.

Imagine being in battle, hearing the distant thunder of enemy horses and feeling the ground shake with the approach of a massive army. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed and to want to rely on conventional methods of strength and security. The world pushes us toward power, efficiency, and control—and honestly, so do my instincts.

This psalm reminds me that my strength might falter, but God is the victor and the one with the power and might in my time of greatest need. He will sustain me, help me, and guide me through battle. Trust is my greatest weapon.