As the U.S. elections approach, many find themselves overwhelmed. Political tensions and every day anxieties are heightened during this season because of the media profiting off of our fear and anxiety. That leaves us looking for lasting peace. In such moments, Psalm 94 offers a timely invitation to seek out stability in God’s steadfast love, especially in verses 18-19, where the psalmist writes,
“When I said, ‘My foot is slipping,’ your unfailing love, Lord, supported me. When anxiety was great inside me, your consolation brought me joy.” – Psalm 94:18-19, NIV
That’s right! God’s “steadfast love” is an anchor in times of hysteria, and His “consolations” are enough to lift our spirits when our worries feel insurmountable. But for me and lots of others, just reading the scripture is not enough. When I’m overwhelmed, I turn to sung prayer and worship.
Worship is the pathway to experiencing more peace, as worship leader Tom Read recently shared on The Walk podcast. By turning to worship, we invite God’s presence to rework our anxiety right into a peace that transcends any circumstance—including an unpredictable political season.
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