The Rock of My Refuge
DAY 24 WRITTEN BY: JULIE WELBORN-
Psalm 94:22
But the Lord has become my fortress, and my God the rock in whom I take refuge.
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When I think of the words “fortress” and “refuge,” my mind immediately thinks “safety.” In the thirty-one translations of this verse that I looked up, other words were used: High place, secure height, stronghold, high tower, defender. The image that immediately comes to mind is of a battle and a place of safety, security and shelter. A place to rest from the battle, to refresh and prepare my next move. A shelter where I can regroup and replenish my energy.
When you read this chapter in its entirety, you see someone calling out to the Lord to avenge the innocent and destroy the wicked. This man is calling for pay back against those who are evil, who are arrogant and oppressing other people. It is a call for God to stand up for the widow and the fatherless. It is a call of frustration and brokenness.
The earth is not a place for perfect justice. There are many battles we must face every day. Some are in our control, but so many are out of our control. It is so easy to become overwhelmed and overcome by feelings of defeat. God knows this. He never intended for us to fight these battles alone. He calls us to come to Him. Take refuge in the rock that cannot be moved or shaken.
Our Father in Heaven sees all. Nothing gets by His attention. Our King is still on His throne. In Him we can take refuge from this broken world and hide in His power, His strength and His love. When we are in a season of being overwhelmed from all the battles in this world, take some time to stop and take shelter in the presence of Almighty God. Let God refresh and replenish your soul. God will never leave us or forsake us. Rest in His presence.
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God, our Father, thank you that I can come to you. I can shelter in your presence and lay down all my burdens before you. You know what I need before I ask, you provide a way when it seems a way is not possible. Help me today, Lord, to remember where my help comes from. Help me today to stay strong in your arms. Go before me, Lord, and direct my path, my thoughts and my steps and help me to honor you in all I do and say. Amen.
