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“For in the day of trouble He will keep me safe in His dwelling; He will hide me in the shelter of His sacred tent and set me high upon a rock.”         Psalm 27:5 NIV

 

Refuge, sanctuary, safety: these are words that describe the desires of tired, worried humans. Whether it be looking for refuge at home from a busy chaotic world outside or finding sanctuary in the church building that you know so well, we are all seeking quiet and safety in our own ways. David illustrates this for us time and again in his life. As one reads Psalm 27 one is reminded of 1 Samuel 20-23, when David begins running from Saul. The first place David goes to is the Tabernacle at Nob. David runs to, what one might call, a makeshift church to find refuge and safety from those who are attacking him. At the Tabernacle David finds the tools he needs for safety. From there his journey begins that will eventually lead to him becoming King. David’s desire, as he seeks refuge during his times of trouble, is the same as ours. He is looking for safety; he is looking for God; he is looking for hope. The psalmist reminds us that the journey of life is long and requires a great deal of waiting. It is in the waiting in the presence of the Lord that we can find moments of refuge, receive the tools we need for safety, and strength to face the journey of life once again, renewed through the power and ministry of the Holy Spirit. Are you tired, then take David’s advice, “Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.” (Psalm 27:14).

 

PRAYER THOUGHT

Lord, You are our refuge, hear us as we pray this day.

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

It is in the waiting in Your presence, Lord, that we find moments of refuge, that we receive the tools we need for safety and strength to face the journey of life once again, renewed through the power and ministry of the Holy Spirit. AMEN

 

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