Hope for the Brokenhearted
Hope for the Brokenhearted
“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” - Psalm 34:18
The life of Kingdom-minded global workers is filled with beauty, calling, and deep purpose. Yet, woven into the tapestry of ministry are threads of sorrow, disappointment, and heartache. The losses of home and culture, the weight of isolation, the grief of witnessing suffering up close, and the pain of personal struggles can leave even the most faithful servant feeling crushed in spirit.
Psalm 34:18 is God’s tender reminder that He does not stand far off when His children suffer. He is near to the brokenhearted> Not in theory, but in a living, sustaining presence. His nearness is not measured in feelings or circumstances, but in His unchanging promise to be with you, especially when your spirit feels bruised and fragile.
For the global worker, this truth means that brokenness is not disqualifying. Rather, it is often in seasons of brokenness that the Lord draws most closely. He meets you in the midnight prayers, in the lonely moments of cultural disconnection, and in the unspoken griefs you carry for those you serve.
This verse also reminds us that God’s saving work continues in you even as it flows through you. While you long to see others experience healing and salvation, the Lord continually saves, sustains, and restores you in your own inner life. He is not merely the God of the mission field; He is the God of your heart.
Reflection Questions:
In what areas of your life and ministry do you feel “brokenhearted” or “crushed in spirit” right now?
How might God’s nearness be expressed to you in this season, through His Word, His Spirit, or His people?
Prayer:
Lord, thank You for Your promise to be near when my heart feels heavy and my spirit is weary. Remind me today that I am not alone in this calling or in my struggles. Teach me to rest in Your nearness and to find strength in Your saving presence. May my brokenness become a place where Your glory shines and Your love made known. Amen.
-The MissioCare Collective Team