BE UNSHAKEABLE IN THE MIDST OF TROUBLE

“I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my God in Him I will trust.”—Psalm 91:2

 

Our world is a rapidly changing uncertain place.  Many people seek security in wealth, relationships and power.  These things, however, are not guaranteed from one day to the next.  Listening and watching the news provides enough proof that any of them can be taken away in a moment.  People see the things that are happening around them and they begin to fear and be in despair.

 

For believers, our reality is not based in what we see or hear, nor is it in the foundation found in the world system.  We build our hope and trust on the Lord, and we believe the truth of His word. 

 

Even in chaotic times, our certainty is found in our relationship with God.  Romans 8: 35-37 comforts and assures us that nothing can tear us away from our Lord Jesus Christ, “Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? As it is written: ‘For your sake we are killed all day long; we are accounted as sheep for the slaughter.’ Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.” 

 

Therefore, in the midst of turmoil, troubles, and trials, we have assurance that our lives are in the grip of the almighty God.  We can rely not only on His love and presence, but also on His uninterrupted attention, faithfulness, and perfect care.

 

When difficulty arises and circumstances seem overwhelming, we can respond with confidence and strength because of Jesus.  Along with the psalmist, David, who also lived during times of war and stressful events, we can call out and say, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble, therefore we will not fear, even though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be removed and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though its waters roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with its swelling; (Psalm 46:1-3).

 

Today, consider where you find security.  Is the foundation of your life built upon the solid rock of Jesus which can never be moved?  Or is it planted in something as unstable as sand—like money or prestige?  Place your hope and confidence in the only thing that will not bend, sink, or fail—the solid Rock—JESUS.

 

Prayer—Father I ask You to forgive me for trusting other things to give me stability in my life other than Jesus.  Today, I turn and place my faith, hope and confidence in You who will never leave me or forsake me, in Jesus Name. Amen.