HE RESTORES MY SOUL
13th Aug 2025
King David faced his enemies and those who were trying to destroy him; he also added to these problems by committing adultery and murder! However, in Psalm 23, the best-known and loved psalm, he declares, “He restores my soul.”
David believed that whatever the circumstances and whatever life had thrown at him, God was always in the business of restoration. As you will have read, recently, a number of our friends have passed away, and we are supporting those going through bereavement. In verse 4, it says, “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil.”
We have shared how we received a promise for our grandson Reuben, who is battling epilepsy, from 1 Peter 5:10, “After you have suffered a little while, Christ himself will restore you and make you strong….” The battle has not been fully won, but we continue to stand upon that word.
We need to develop strategies to combat the attacks of the enemy and the challenges of daily life. There are times when we need to step aside from the hurly burly of life and connect with our God and Father and receive from Him.
In Isaiah 40:31, it says, “But those who wait upon the Lord will renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles…” Time spent in God’s presence will give you perspective and renew hope.
When David was praying his prayer of repentance in Psalm 51, he cried out, “Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit to sustain me.”
Time spent reading God’s word will always give understanding and restore hope. Psalm 119:130 says, “The entrance of your word gives light,” and in verse 165 of the same psalm, it says, “Great peace have they who love your law, nothing can make them stumble.”
Praying in tongues has great benefit, 1 Corinthians 14:4 says, “He who speaks in a tongue edifies himself.” It builds you up, restores perspective, silences the enemy's voice, and connects you with God.
Praise and worship are a wonderful way of building you up. Psalm 22:2 says, “You are holy enthroned on the praise of Israel.” I love the song inspired by this verse.
“Jesus, we enthrone You,
We proclaim You are King,
Standing here in the midst of us,
We raise You up with our praise.
And as we worship, build Your throne,
Come Lord Jesus and take Your place.”
Whatever is going on in your life, God wants to restore your peace, perspective and hope.
by Charles Sibthorpe
