God is with you

Good morning, everyone,

Our theme for this month: “You are not alone”

Our Bible verse for today: “Lord, I seek refuge in You; let me never be disgraced. In Your justice, rescue and deliver me; listen closely to me and save me. Be a rock of refuge for me where I can always go.” Psalm 71:1-3 (CSB)

Our thought for today: “God is with you”

Psalm 71 is a great affirmation of God’s faithfulness in times of trouble. On the one hand, the Psalmist writes about the various trials and tribulations he has experienced throughout a long life. He tells of oppressive opponents who have attempted to deal with him unjustly; powerful and wicked people who sought to do him harm; and enemies who have plotted against him.

But then he declares that through it all God had always been there for him. He speaks of how God consistently delivered him from the schemes of the wicked; he declares that he has come to know that God is his rock and his fortress; he writes that from the earliest days he has depended on God.

All throughout the Psalm he weaves in words of hope, confidence, and praise for his God. “But I will hope continually and will praise You more and more.” (v 14); “God, You have taught me from my youth, and I still proclaim Your wonderful works.” (v 17); “My lips will shout for joy when I sing praise to You because You have redeemed me.” (v 23); “Therefore, my tongue will proclaim Your righteousness all day long, for those who seek my harm will be disgraced and confounded.” (v 24)

Psalm 71 was written by a man who knew from experience that God would never forsake him nor leave him alone. More than that, he had learned that when he intentionally turned to God for help, strength, or refuge, God provided it. The same is true for you and for me. God has promised to never leave you nor forsake you. He has offered to be your refuge and your strength. He will protect you and guide you. And, through it all you will come to know Him in a much deeper and more personal way, just as the writer of this Psalm did.

Psalms like this have been included in the Bible for our instruction. This isn’t just an historical story of how God protected and provided for one man. It’s intended instead as a model, an example of how God cares for us as well. Through this Psalm God is speaking to you: “I will be your rock, your strong fortress, your rescuer, your deliverer. I will give you peace, assurance, and hope. I am here for you.”

In your times of trouble go to God and then be patient. He will be there for you and He will help you. You are not alone. God is with you.

God bless,
Pastor Jim

(If you like what you are reading in these daily devotionals and if you would like more content from Oak Hill Baptist Church, join us on Sundays at 10:00 – in-person if you are nearby or, if you are geographically distant or if you just can’t make it, online at www.YouTube.com/@oakhillbaptistcrossville

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