You Are Safe

Read Psalms 4, 12, 20, 25, 32, 38
 
Psalm 4:8 In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, O Lord, will keep me safe.
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Psalm 38:7-10 For you are my hiding place; you protect me from trouble. You surround me with songs of victory. 8 The Lord says, “I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you. 9 Do not be like a senseless horse or mule that needs a bit and bridle to keep it under control.” 10 Many sorrows come to the wicked, but unfailing love surrounds those who trust the Lord.
 
ONE reason it is good to understand the trials in David’s life is that it helps us understand his faith. Think of a man hunted by his king. Or consider Absalom’s rebellion. Recall stories of Joab’s murderous actions. Consider David’s men once threatened to stone him. Would it be possible to get a good night’s sleep? Where would David go? How could he ever feel safe? Who could he completely trust?
   We all know how worry, threats and uncertainty will keep us awake and harm our health. What would we do if we feared someone would physically attack us? Perhaps some of you have experienced this in the past, or you are now living in this threat. I know some of you are very threatened with many different diseases. These challenges are reasons the Bible must be our daily, even hourly guide.
   David’s response to the threats is our example. His living, loving relationship with God helped him know in his heart that God is his hiding place, a place of refuges, strength and peace. He could rest emotionally and physically believing God was completely with him.
   There are many, many Christians throughout the world who constantly face the threats of physical violence and cultural rejection. And yet, there are countless stories of how God has surrounded his faithful with extraordinary examples of his love. El Shaddai reveals himself to his faithful servants in very lifegiving ways. Such people are blessed to know he is with them, and he will keep them safe amid the violence.
   Each of us lives under some type of threat. Through David and so many  others, the Bible gives us examples of God’s tender care toward his faithful witnesses. A true faith in God’s protecting presence grows more deeply into our souls when we know God’s unfailing love surrounds those who trust the LORD.  
   Love the LORD. Know the sovereign King has called you. Rest in his hiding place. Trust in his eternal care.