Disappointment
Disappointment when others let us down, hurt us, or even betray us
Relevant Bible account(s):
1Sa 8:1-6—The prophet Samuel is hurt and disappointed when the Israelites insist on having a king
1Sa 20:30-34—Jonathan is hurt and humiliated when King Saul, his father, turns on him in anger
Comforting scriptures:
Comforting Bible account(s):
Ps 55:12-14, 16-18, 22—Though betrayed by his close friend Ahithophel, King David throws his burden on Jehovah and finds comfort
2Ti 4:16-18—When under trial, the apostle Paul is forsaken by humans, but he draws power from Jehovah and from the hope that He gives
Disappointment over our own weaknesses and sins
Relevant Bible account(s):
Ps 51:1-5—King David is deeply pained because of his sins against Jehovah
Ro 7:19-24—The apostle Paul feels miserable about his ongoing battle against his own sinful tendencies
Comforting scriptures:
Comforting Bible account(s):
1Ki 9:2-5—Although King David committed some very serious sins, Jehovah remembers him as a man of integrity
1Ti 1:12-16—Despite his grave sins of the past, the apostle Paul is confident that he will be shown mercy