This document provides encouragement for those feeling down or distressed. It summarizes a passage from Psalm 42 where David expresses despair but chooses to hope in God. The document urges readers to remember that even in tough times, God remains in control and wants to help. It encourages lifting one's voice in praise, as praise acknowledges God's past help and says the work of salvation is finished through Christ. The rock higher than oneself is Jesus, who is an anchor, shelter, and strong tower during difficult periods.