Many people turn away from God when they are in despair. The psalmist thirsted all the more for God. Like godly King Hezekiah who was told he would die, turned to God and cried out, rather than turning away from God.

Have you ever noticed how many of your fellow drivers on the highway have a cell phone in their ears? It’s as if people cannot stand to be alone, and they long for companionship, to talk to somebody.

Not long ago I was on a long trip alone, and I was like that. I kept thinking, “Who can I call on my cell phone and talk to?” I tried my parents, but they weren’t home. My wife was busy. Then I thought, “Of course, I can talk to God.” I should have thought of that first. So I spent time in prayer as I drove with my eyes open. It was a sweet time of fellowship.

The psalmist longed to be with God. That longing helps bring us out of despair.