“Lord, help!” they cried in their trouble, and he saved them from their distress. He led them from the darkness and deepest gloom; he snapped their chains. – Psalm 107:13–14
In times of crisis, whether spiritual or mental, it’s easy to feel like we’re drowning. When our minds are heavy with anxiety or sorrow, and we can’t even think straight, the idea of praying may feel overwhelming. How do we call on God when we can barely string two words together?
Psalm 107 shows us that we don’t need many words; in fact, sometimes two little words are enough: “Lord, help!” These two words were spoken by people at their breaking points—some there due to circumstances beyond their control, others by their own choices. Regardless of how they arrived, they found themselves in need of divine intervention. Their prayers weren’t lengthy or eloquent; they were desperate, straight from the heart, and profoundly simple.
Two little words were enough to catch God’s attention and draw His saving power into their situation. They show us that the effectiveness of prayer isn’t in the length or sophistication of our words but in the sincerity of our hearts. When we’re struggling with mental health, burdened by depression or anxiety, and all we can manage is a whispered “Lord, help!”—God hears. He sees the weight we carry, and He responds.
These two little words are an invitation for God to move. When spoken with genuine need, they are as powerful as any prayer. They remind us that even in our darkest moments, God is present and attentive. He hears our heart, even if it’s a heart too weary to form a full sentence.
Reflection:
Today, if you’re facing mental or emotional struggles, if the cares of life are too heavy to carry, if the decision is too hard to make, don’t worry about finding the “right” words. Just remember two little words: “Lord, help!” They are enough. They open the door for God to meet you in your distress, to guide you toward peace, and to lift the burdens you’re carrying. Let these two little words be your anchor in moments of darkness.
-Jermy Arnold
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