Because he holds fast to Me in love, I will deliver him; I will protect him, because he knows My name. When he calls to Me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble; I will rescue him and honor him. With long life I will satisfy him and show him My salvation (Ps 91:14-16).

William Cowper was a Christian, but he had sunk to the depths of despair. One foggy night he called for a horse drawn carriage and asked to be taken to the London Bridge on the Thames River. He was so overcome by depression that he intended to commit suicide.

But after 2 hours of driving in a heavy fog, Cowper’s coachman reluctantly confessed that he was lost. Disgusted by the delay, Cowper left the carriage and decided to find the London Bridge on foot.

After walking only a short distance, though, he discovered that he was at his own doorstep! The carriage had been going in circles!

Immediately he recognized the restraining hand of God in it all. Convicted by the Spirit, he realized that the way out of his troubles was to look to God, not to jump into the river.

As he cast his burden on the Savior, his heart was comforted. With gratitude he sat down and penned these reassuring words:

God moves in a mysterious way
His wonders to perform
He plants His footsteps in the sea
And rides upon the storm
Ye fearful saints, fresh courage take
The clouds you so much dread
Are big with mercy and shall break
In blessings on your head

Judge not the Lord by feeble sense
But trust Him for His grace
Behind a frowning providence
He hides a smiling face
The bud may have a bitter taste
But sweet will be the flower
God is His own interpreter
And He will make it plain
In His own time
In His own way.

When you feel overwhelmed by the dangers around you, do not fear or be discouraged.

Our God promises to protect you and see you through every trial and temptation.

Trust Him.