Did ya ever notice how quickly small children cry out for help after skinning a knee or bumping their head? Heck, I’ve seen quite a few children fall down, look around to see if their parents are within ear-shot, and once this is verified, start crying.
Children “cry out” because they are seeking parental comfort, attention or re-assurance that they’ll be “ok”. Children “cry out” because they are scared or frightened. Children “cry out” because they just experienced something “new” and don’t know how to process their thoughts/emotions.
Children “cry out” because they “just know” mom and dad are “there”. Children “just know” supplying comfort in the time of need is “what their parents do”.
When was the last time you really “cried out” to your Heavenly Father? Ya know, just let out an undecipherable wail – a combination of anguish, frustration, and hopelessness wrapped in emotional distress – seeking comfort, healing, or direction?
Come on now, you know you’ve been there…as have…
…Moses…
…the sons of Israel…
…Samuel…
…and yes, even Jesus…
so, you’re in good company…
“From the end of the earth I call to You when my heart is faint; Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.” Psalm 61:2
God is our Father. We are His children.
Why do we not seek comfort from Him more than we do?
“I cry out to God Most High, to God who fulfills his purpose for me.” Psalm 57:2
“Cry out” to God and He will…
- teach you
- lead you
- bless you
- love you
- heal you
- protect you
- provide for you
- give you purpose
…and much much more.
Dan’s View 
Thanks for that Dan. I have been needing to cry out. I think I’ve been way too dignified in my conversations with God lately. He already knows what’s in my heart. I need to release it. Thanks for the reminder and the encouragement.
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