Psalm 46:1-2
1 God is our refuge and strength a very present help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea,
“Dad, does the earthquake mean God is mad at us?” It certainly feels that way. COVID-19 meant that our homes became the safe place to let the virus blow over. Then, yesterday, an earthquake threatened to turn our homes against us as the ceilings and floors started shaking and creaking. What safe places remain? What is God saying to us with these emergencies?
One thing He has proved conclusively is that He is the only refuge we really have. When you read the Psalm and think about the mountains shaking, look up and see our Wasatch peaks. I can’t think of a better sign of stability. The mountains are ancient and seem like they’ll last forever, but yesterday they shook. If there really isn’t anywhere to hide, we have to go to God. We have to stop running. Go to Jesus today and find the confidence to stand in God’s presence, the only true refuge.
Prayer prompt: Lord, I repent of my sin, the times I run from You. Today, I choose to run to you in Jesus.
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