What should we do when we face despair?

Faced with despair, the proper response for a believer is to turn to the truth found in Scripture and remember God’s past faithfulness. David’s example in 1 Samuel 30 teaches us that in moments of overwhelming despair, when we feel abandoned and hopeless, we must recall who God is and what He has done. Scripture encourages us not to rely on our feelings, which can deceive us, but to act on the truth of God’s Word. By remembering His covenant promises and past mercies, we can encourage ourselves in the Lord, knowing that He is ultimately our only source of refuge and strength, as expressed in Lamentations 3:24-26.