Why am I depressed? Why this turmoil within me? Put your hope in God, for I will still praise him, my Savior, and my God.” Psalm 42:5

Lord God, I am so tempted to become discouraged and depressed as I look inwardly at the circumstances and conditions of my life. Things aren’t going the way I thought they would. They aren’t happening as quickly as I want them to. Sometimes even when I am in a room full of people, I feel like I am on this journey and on this mission all by myself. Turn me away from my inward thoughts and inward focus and toward you and your grace. Help me see your plan and find hope in your promise. You will not let me down. You have a plan and a purpose for me; that plan is always good and your purpose for me is always the same-bring you glory! Lord God, turn me toward yourself once again today that I might serve you with joy, with gladness, and with great, great hope. Amen.