When the Psalmist speaks of the valley of the shadow of death, he’s alluding to every difficult experience we face in life. One that comes readily to mind is suffering; that place where our faith is tried. Suffering comes in many forms. Whatever form it takes it will likely tempt us to blame God or at least to doubt Him. So, what can we do when suffering cuts us off at the knees. We can do what David. 1 Samuel 30:6 says,

“David strengthened himself in the Lord his God.”

Lord Jesus, when we are tempted to give help us to strengthen ourselves in the Lord. Enable us to live victoriously even in the midst of great suffering. In Your holy name we pray. Amen.