Whenever we sink into the darkness of our troubles, it is understandable that we will moan and groan.
After all, how can we be in any other mood when we are sinking into a deep dark hole.
Although we believe that God will save us out of our troubles, the waiting in the darkness of despair is certainly a test of faith.
For Tobit, whom we heard about in the 1st reading, he was literally in darkness due to his blindness.
And his faith was also dimming as he waited for God to save him from that darkness and despair.
But when God's salvation eventually came, it was blessing upon blessing and with rejoicing.
Tobit, as well as the many other characters in the Bible, have had their trials and their faith was also tested.
They have known the darkness of despair but they put their hope in God's salvation and blessings.
In our times of darkness and despair, let us hold firm in faith and hope in God's blessings.
Then like Tobit, we too will give thanks to God with rejoicing.