Give Praise - Part 4

Mr. Bill often describes how busy he is as “up to my eyeballs in alligators.” Well, since alligators aren’t the warmest, cuddliest, or friendliest of God’s creatures, this phrase doesn’t describe pleasant circumstances.

No doubt, our present struggles can certainly bring on massive anxiety and leave us with feelings of … eyeballs-and-alligators. The Psalmist describes it well: “Those who go down to the sea in ships, who do business on great waters; they have seen the works of the Lord, and His wonders in the deep. For He spoke and raised up a stormy wind, which lifted up the waves of the sea. They rose up to the heavens, they went down to the depths; their soul melted away in their misery. They reeled and staggered like a drunken man, and were at their wits’ end.” (Psalm 107:23-27) Wit’s end – we all know where that is: the laundry is piled high & the washer’s on the blink; the kids are sick & the doctor’s not in; the mailbox is full & the checking account is empty … wit’s end. “Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and He brought them out of their distresses. He caused the storm to be still, so that the waves of the sea were hushed. Then they were glad because they were quiet, so He guided them to their desired haven.” (Verses 28-30) His haven … of rest, peace, calm. “Let them give thanks to the Lord for His lovingkindness, and for His wonders to the sons of man.” (Verse 31) Yes, we are reminded. Give praise!