New Living Translation (NLT)

Verse 7 & 8 (I want some ... stormy weather) from The Message (MSG)

As most of you know, before I release a new series of Scripture songs, I ask the Holy Spirit to guide me in releasing the right scriptures at the right time.

I can't claim I get it right every time, but the many testimonies from our listeners prove we're on the right track. 😉

Well, ever since the start of 2026, I've been led by the Spirit to write songs with scriptures dealing with these three themes: faith, don't be afraid, and give Me your burdens.

Just look at the recent songs: "Eyes on Jesus," "Faith," "Martha," "Don't Be Afraid," etc. And today is no different: Psalm 55 - "Wings Like a Dove."

It's about David; he's trapped and sees no way out. He's so fearful that he actually says, "I can't stop shaking" (Verse 5, NLT).

Tell me, how scared would you have to be to say, "I can't stop shaking"?

But times haven't changed that much; take a look around. This world is on its last legs.

And maybe we, like David, sigh: "I want to get away and leave it all behind." Actually, David was too much of an artist to say it like that; he said, "Oh, that I had wings like a dove! I would fly away, far away."

You know, before I gave my life to God, I battled with severe depression for well over 20 years. And like so many others, I started to self-medicate—numb the pain, the anxiety, the despair. Enter addictions. So I went from bad to worse. In the end, I dreamed of death, taking my own life. When I was completely trapped, like David, I turned to God, not knowing if He really existed or cared.

Well, He did, and He does. 😉 He stepped in for me, freed me from depression, and showed me a different life—a life with Him. Everything changed. Together with the Holy Spirit, I took on all my addictions, and within a year or so, I was completely clean and free from all that stuff.

BUT, here comes the takeaway: the Holy Spirit taught me that if I let go of His hand, I would be back where I once was in no time. I was not bulletproof.

So, how does this translate to everyday life?

Well, pretty much how David ends this Psalm: give your burdens to the Lord, and He will take care of you.

Your fears and burdens are not yours to keep. You give them to Jesus every day anew. You get enough grace for one day. You want to know why? So you'll start every day with God anew. Your sanity and peace of mind depend on Him and your relationship with Him.

THAT'S the way to overcome depression, anxiety, worries, and fear. Give your burdens to the Lord, and He will take care of you. ❤️