In the Lord I Take Refuge: Daily Devotions Through the Psalms with Dane Ortlund Psalm 13 - How Long, O Lord?
Dec 17, 2025
Dive into a heartfelt exploration of Psalm 13, where distress and pleas for help resonate. Discover how David's struggles reflect our own seasons of darkness. The discussion highlights a powerful transition from despair to hope, underlining the belief in God's unwavering love. Learn how Jesus embodies this steadfast love, providing concrete reassurance for believers. Join in for a reflective journey that intertwines human experience with divine promise.
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Despair To Trust In God's Steadfast Love
- David moves from despair toward trust and hope in God's steadfast love.
- Dane Ortlund connects this arc to Christ as the concrete embodiment of that steadfast love.
Choosing Trust Amid Emotional Collapse
- David experiences complete emotional collapse and senses God has forgotten him.
- Yet he chooses to bank everything on God's covenantal, steadfast love despite that darkness.
Fight Toward Light In Despair
- Fight toward the light when despair closes in and move from feelings of death to life.
- Trust God's steadfast love as the basis for hope even when you feel abandoned.