In troubled times, when life seems so distracting and distressing, are times when we most want assurance, for things to settle, and peace and calm for our soul. Troubles expose our weaknesses and reveal the insecurities that we can fear most. It is in troubled times that our stability, security, and strength seem to falter and fail, and we feel most stranded and alone. Troubles tend to cause us to pause, look out, and look up. The scripture passage reminds us that in our distress, difficulties, distractions, and darkness that “the Lord sitting upon a throne, high, and lifted up” is our help and hope in troubled times. He is upon His throne, “high and lifted up,” far above all other authority, power, or dominion in heaven, on earth, or under the earth, “able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think” (Eph 3:20). His power and might exceed all strengths. His wisdom excels all counsel, all confidence, and all securities. His throne is established from eternity past, and His rule and reign are everlasting. The Lord sits upon His throne and bids all to come, and when we come, cast our cares upon Him. He knows our every weakness. He knows our cares and troubles. He bids all to come and behold “the Lord sitting upon a throne” crowned by Love supreme. He bids all to come and behold the Savior, the Lamb of God that was slain, Who is in the midst of the Throne. Love superior, Love supreme through His Son, Jesus Christ. My friend, troubles may burden you, they may break you, they may bog you down, but when they do, humble yourself and pray, seek the face of the Lord (2 Chron 7:14), for He hears you and will answer your cry (Isa 30:19). Those who humble themselves and press beyond the religion, the rituals, the righteousness of self, and with great humility will see as Isaiah “saw the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up.” Humbly bow in His presence, with a contrite heart, and He will touch you from the “throne of grace” (Heb 4:16) with mercy and grace to help in time of need. Dear friend, the world is full of troubles, many voices distract and discourage us, but child of God is never without help nor hope. Only look to the Lord on High, for He is mighty, and He overcomes all fear and trouble. He has defeated death, hell, and the grave through His own Death, Resurrection, and Ascension and is now “seated at the right hand of the throne of Majesty (Heb 8:1), the Throne of Grace. He is Lord of lords and King of kings! He is the Great “I AM.” Father thank You for Your love, mercy, and grace. When I am burden, beaten, and cast down, help me to look up and lift mine eyes unto You. In the blessed Name of Jesus. Amen.