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The King James version of Psalm 12:1 begins with HELP, LORD.... this has become my most quoted scripture as of late. I would love to know what was running through David's mind when he penned this phrase. This beloved writer of the 23rd Psalm who blessed us with some of the most eloquent and poetic writings we've ever heard, starts his prayer that particular day with "help, Lord." And I'm so glad he did because sometimes those are the only two words we can manage to come up with.

Exactly 4 weeks ago Daryl and I found out that our 8 year old son, Cason, has Tourettes Syndrome. It is an incurable, neurological disorder which causes involuntary head jerking, eye rolling, facial grimacing, constant leg and arm movement and in cases of full-blown TS (which our son has), it moves into the vocal chords. My son cannot speak right now without strange, loud noises interrupting his speech. Help, Lord!!! My prayers have been reduced to these two words. Simple, yet powerful. I don't believe my previous, lengthy prayers over other situations were wrong or fell on deaf ears. But for this particular crisis, all I seem to blurt out is "help, Lord."

I just ran into a friend that I don't get to see often enough but I dearly love and admire this precious, beautiful lady. She was standing alone as I was leaving a Gospel event recently. I believe that she, too has recited Psalm 12:1 recently. I happen to know that the past several months have probably been the most difficult of her life. She lost things that she believed would not only be in her present but in her future. I could see the hurt and pain in her eyes and yet the anointing and the power of God that rests on her was ever-present and strong. I have seen her minister to others in the very way that she needed ministry that day. Sometimes all you can say is "help, Lord." This gracious and awesomely talented woman of God will rise from the ashes as a Victor. How do I know this? Because I saw pain in her eyes --- NOT DEFEAT! She was broken, yet powerful. I feel broken right now, but I'm not without power. Let me explain, I fractured my right arm a couple of years ago and it greatly hindered my everyday activities. I had to have help with just about everything from brushing my hair to getting dressed to cutting my food. And I don't like asking for help from anyone so this was a much-needed lesson for me and my stubborn self. Even though I needed help in some areas, my legs were strong (I could walk), my mind was clear (I could think), my heart and my lungs were functioning perfectly. A part of me was broken but MOST of me was strong! You might have just been dealt the blow of your life and, believe me, I know it's crippling and painful but focus on the areas of your life that are still strong and powerful. And don't be afraid to ask for help in that area that is broken. Let's quote it together, shall we HELP, LORD (Ps. 12:1)

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Daryl and Karen,
I'm so sorry to hear about Casen. You all will be in our prayers! I know God will continue to give you strength. I've been saying a lot of "Help, Lord" lately too, thanks for reminding me that there is strength even in brokenness. (Daryl, I'm pretty sure there's a song in that somewhere--I know you'll beat me to writing it!!)

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