I have been reading the songs of King David. We need to learn to pray as David prayed, sing as he sang, worship as he worshipped, and yes, even dance as he danced—with abandon. (If you get a chance today, read Psalm 61.)
Ps 61:2-3: I call to You from the ends of the earth when my heart is without strength. Lead me to a rock that is high above me, for You have been a refuge for me, a strong tower in the face of the enemy. HCSB]
David had a wonderful way of expressing his deepest thoughts, his circumstances, and his emotions. He never seemed to be afraid to admit to such things as, my heart grows faint. Yet his prayers seem to always contain petitions for a closer walk with God, as well as praise and worship and remembrance for all God had done.
David’s petition – lead me to a rock that is high above me.
David’s praise and worship – For you have been a refuge for me, a strong tower in the face of the enemy.
David’s petition is to be led. He didn’t want to follow his own path, but to instead take the path God would give to bring him to solid ground. God had been David’s refuge before. He had provided protection from his enemies. David knew that God would always be there to lead and to protect.
Our hearts must be open like David’s—open to the leading of the Lord.
God will not drag us down the pathway to the Rock, but He will lead. We must have hearts willing to follow.
