David reminds us of God’s great compassion and care for us. “O Lord my God, I cried to you for help, and you have healed me. O Lord, you have brought up my soul from Sheol; you restored me to life from among those who go down to the pit.” God hears our cries and prayers, no matter whether we’re rejoicing or grieving. With God’s support David could say “I shall never be moved. By your favour, O Lord, you made my mountain stand strong“.
In Jesus’ life we see the same compassion demonstrated. Matthew 15 records that Jesus went up a mountain, as he often did to spend time alone with his God. Great crowds of people followed, bringing many sick people, yet Jesus heals them all.
Let us follow David’s example, rely on God for strength in the trials and joys of life, and demonstrate the care and compassion we see in Jesus’ life to those around us.