As we recover the practice of lament, we will meditate on the fourth and final movement of lament: confess your trust.
Confess Your Trust
Finally, a confession of trust in God acknowledges that, even if the answer to our prayer is unknown, God is trustworthy, whatever the circumstances.
David declares, “I will declare your name to my people” (Ps 22:22) and “I trust in your unfailing love” (Ps 13:5) as he brings his psalms to a close, even when an immediate resolution is not found. And yet Psalm 88 doesn’t conclude this way. While the psalmist cannot bring himself to declare praise as the climax of his song, he has already acknowledged “the God who saves”.
Sometimes we need a form of prayer that would help us turn to God, honestly name our suffering while appealing for God to hear and respond with comfort and help, and counsel us to confess our trust. May the psalms of lament be a guide for your prayers in the difficult moments you face.
Come Holy Spirit, help us trust You today.
Smitten With Goodness 