Life is full of challenges, uncertainties, and moments when we feel overwhelmed. Yet, the key to walking with God is learning to trust Him completely, no matter the circumstances. In Cling to His Presence, Eric Gilmour shares how Hezekiah’s unwavering faith serves as a powerful example of what it means to truly rely on God.
The Power of Trusting God
The foundation of our spiritual life is built on trust. Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds us: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will direct your paths.” This is exactly what Hezekiah did when faced with an impossible situation.
The King of Assyria, Sennacherib, was known for his ruthless conquests. He and his messenger, Rabshakeh, mocked the people of Judah, boasting about their past victories and belittling the God they served. Instead of responding in fear, Hezekiah turned to the presence of God. He laid out Sennacherib’s threats before the Lord, fully trusting that God would fight for him.
Hezekiah understood something that many of us struggle with—God’s presence is more valuable than knowing what’s next. Often, we want clear direction before we take a step of faith, but God calls us to trust Him even when we can’t see the whole picture. The act of clinging to God means that we choose to believe in His faithfulness even when circumstances feel uncertain.
Clinging to God in Difficult Times
When we truly trust in God, it is manifested in our clinging to Him. Hezekiah didn’t seek political alliances or earthly solutions—he ran straight into God’s presence. He understood that the answer to his problems wasn’t found in strategy or strength but in walking with God.
The same applies to us today. When we feel surrounded by doubt, fear, or trials, we have two choices: we can cling to our own understanding, or we can cling to God and His promises. Hezekiah’s story teaches us that the greatest act of faith is laying our burdens before God and worshiping Him in the midst of uncertainty.
Clinging to God means making Him our first response, not our last resort. Too often, we exhaust every human option before we turn to Him. But Hezekiah’s example shows us that seeking the presence of God should be our default posture. Instead of allowing fear to dictate our actions, we should let faith lead us straight to the feet of Jesus.
The Presence of God Brings Victory
God’s response to Hezekiah’s prayer was nothing short of miraculous. Isaiah delivered a message from the Lord, declaring that because Hezekiah prayed, God would act. That very night, an angel of the Lord struck down 185,000 Assyrian soldiers. Without lifting a sword, Judah was delivered—simply because their king chose to seek the presence of God instead of his own solutions.
This moment serves as a reminder that our battles belong to the Lord. Whether it’s a difficult season, an unexpected challenge, or a time of waiting, God calls us to trust Him fully. His presence is our source of strength, our place of refuge, and the answer to every need.
There is something powerful about bringing our struggles before God. Hezekiah didn’t deny the threats against him—he acknowledged them, but he chose to lay them before the Lord rather than carrying them alone. When we follow his example, we step into a place where faith overrides fear, and God’s power is made evident in our lives.
Living a Life That Clings to God
In the end, Hezekiah’s story isn’t just about one man’s faith—it’s about the posture of our hearts. Are we clinging to God in every season? Are we placing our trust in Him above all else?
We are called to a life that is defined not by fear, but by faith. Not by striving, but by walking with God. When we choose to trust Him, we experience the peace, power, and presence that only He can provide.
Clinging to God is a daily choice. It’s found in the small, quiet moments of surrender just as much as in the big, life-altering decisions. It’s in choosing prayer over panic, worship over worry, and faith over fear. It’s in remembering that we don’t have to carry our burdens alone—we can lay them at the feet of Jesus.
A Call to Action: Lay Your Burdens Down
So today, take a moment to lay your burdens before the Lord. Surrender your worries, your doubts, and your fears. Lift your eyes beyond the challenges you face and fix them on the One who holds all things in His hands.
What is weighing on your heart today? What situations feel impossible? What fears are keeping you up at night? Like Hezekiah, bring them before the Lord. Spread them out before Him in prayer, and then lift your eyes in worship.
Cling to His presence—because in Him, we find everything we need.
