Comforting promises

The steps of a [good] man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way. Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the LORD upholdeth [him with] his hand. I have been young, and [now] am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread. [He is] ever merciful, and lendeth; and his seed is blessed.

Psalm 37:23-26

The most encouraging part of this verse to me, is the promise that while we will have troubles and "will fall", we will not be overcome and that He will always be there to help us along. He will never allow us be completely struck down and utterly cast down. He will always be our guide and help along our way. If we seek Him and strive to please Him, He will be delighted with us (isn't that such an amazing thought that the Lord would find delight in US?!?!) and we will find fulfillment and joy in Him.

It's a win-win. :-)