For October 1, 2026
Promise In The Midst Of Affliction by Greg Holmes, D.MIN – Director of Missions serving 17 churches
PSALM 102 BEGINS with this brief prologue: “A prayer of an afflicted person who has grown weak and pours out a lament before the Lord.” Immediately, the author states his need: “Hear my prayer, Lord; let my cry for help come to you.” (Psa. 102:1) He is in great distress, and has nowhere else to go and no one else to trust. “Do not hide your face from me when I am in distress. When I call, answer me quickly.” (Psa. 102:2) His condition is pitiful. “For my days vanish like smoke; my bones burn like glowing embers. My heart is blighted and withered like grass; I forget to eat my food. In my distress I groan aloud and am reduced to skin and bones.” (Psa. 102:3-5)