Broken Hearts

With dismay, I came across this little, broken terracotta flowerpot which had fallen from its perch on my outdoor windowsill during recent high winds. Did it cost much money? No. 

It was nothing special, only being part of an attempt to ‘dress up’ my otherwise boring, window exterior - but nevertheless it was a loss. 

I hate to break anything. Am I alone in thinking like that? It’s not too serious if it is only a pot, a plate or a cup but what about broken promises, broken homes, broken societies or broken hearts? Sometimes we reach a ‘breaking point’ that can be caused by circumstances, by other people or by our own actions or feelings.

There was a time when mighty King David knew only too well what it was to carry the burden of trouble that he had brought on himself. Broken-hearted because of his sin and then with a repentant heart, this humbled man turned to Almighty God entrusting Him with his failings and his feelings. 

God rescued Him and forgave him.

‘The Lord redeems the soul of His servants, and none of those who trust in Him shall be condemned.’  Psalm 34:22, New King James Version