Psalms 73:26
Psalms 73:26
My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.
It is important to recognize that human beings are fallible. According to this psalm, When Asaph could not understand God's ways, he became bitter and unhappy. Once he has resolved his unhappiness, he declares that God is the most important aspect of his life. Despite his health failing, Asaph knew God would not fail him in any way. God is regarded as the source of his happiness when he views God as his "portion." Asaph came to understand that although the wicked seemed to prosper, the godly were unjustly persecuted; by the grace of God, he was on the straight path to eternal joy and bliss, whereas these evil men were on the slippery slope to eternal destruction. It was only a matter of time before these wicked men would be swept forever from the Lord's presence. Today, it appears as if the wicked prosper abundantly, while the prayers of the godly seem to rise only to steel skies and closed heavens. In spite of this, we have the assurance of our Lord that the sufferings of this life cannot be compared with the glory that is about to be revealed to us because we have a hope that is anchored in Christ and an inheritance that is awaiting us.
Psalm 16:8
I have set the Lord always before me; because he is at my right hand, I shall not be shaken.
Colossians 1:11
Strengthened with all might, according to his glorious power, unto all patience and longsuffering with joyfulness;
Psalms 59:9
Because of his strength will I wait upon thee: for God is my defence.
Psalms 18:32
It is God that girdeth me with strength, and maketh my way perfect.