Which sounds more enjoyable - going on a journey with close friends or going solo? There are probably many who would defend both sides of that question. For me, however, I'd much rather set off on an adventure with someone to share in my quest. I believe it enhances the fun, the observations I make along the way and the depth to which that journey takes me and endures in my memories. Together, the challenges don't seem quite as fierce or insurmountable and the mountaintops take on even more color and brilliance because the joy is compounded.

In a similar way, my walk with God deepens when I share what I'm learning with others and in return, hear what God is revealing to them. It reminds me I'm not alone - both in the celebration of God's amazing attributes and in the doubt and worry that plague humanity.

I want this to be a sacred place where I can share what God is teaching me and hear from others who want nothing more than to know God personally. So, I welcome you to this site. Read. Comment. Question. Teach. For in doing this journey of faith in Jesus Christ together, I believe we gain the opportunity to know Him more fully and leave a little bit more conformed to His Image.

Friday, May 28, 2010

A Very Present Help in Trouble

“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
Psalm 46:1

If you get time today, read all of Psalm 46. It’s amazing for renewing your perspective on God’s power and personal presence in our lives. I have had a few conversations this week with friends who are in crisis or who are facing huge decisions. This verse cuts right to the core of worry, fear and anxiety. We see here that God is our:
• refuge - this word in its context means safety from storms, danger, and falsehoods/lies. He is also our…
• strength - this word in its context means strength materially, physically, personally, socially, and politically. I think that covers just about everything!

If you just lost your job – God is your very present refuge and strength.
If you are struggling in your marriage – God is your very present refuge and strength.
If you are facing chronic illness – God is your very present refuge and strength.
If you are hurting financially – God is your very present refuge and strength.
If you long to be serving the Lord but feel “stuck” in your present circumstances – God is your very present refuge and strength.
If you are transitioning into new motherhood – God is your very present refuge and strength.
If you need wisdom about relocating and starting over (in a foreign country!) – God is your very present refuge and strength.
If you are struggling with your singleness – God is your very present refuge and strength.
If you are ___fill in your scenario______ - God is your very present refuge and strength.

There is NO circumstance or crisis or challenge in which God is not our refuge, strength and very present help in trouble. Does that truth set your mind and heart at ease? It’s a promise for us to claim! So, what is the burden on your heart? Take that situation to God, commit it to Him and thank Him for being your refuge, strength and help.
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