A reminder for
today
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
(Psalm 46:1)
It is September which marks the beginning of spring in South
Africa. The weather is much warmer and everywhere flowers start to bloom. As soon
as the rain comes you will see a huge transformation as all the plants celebrate
the end of winter and then it will start to get much warmer. How was you
weekend? Mine was short. I really think weekends should be three days (haha).
The enemy is constantly trying his best to destroy lives and
relationships. I see it so often around me and sometimes I feel a little helpless
against the relentless destruction that follows the path of the enemy. I felt close
to being defeated this weekend and I must admit that the enemy is focussed on
me the last month. I can feel how his attacks are getting more and more intense
and I am struggling.
So, today I am reminded that God is my refuge and He is my
strength. He is a present help in trouble. Now, at this moment I need a refuge
and I am is desperate need of strength. I need help in my present trouble.
What did I do? I went down on my knees like so many nights
before and I prayed. I took all of these challenges and worries, and I gave it
to God. I asked or rather I am begging for strength and help. I need strength
for my weakness and help for my burden. I need a guide through this storm and I
need help to keep fighting.
So, the Lord spoke quite clearly to me through the Holy
Spirit as He reminded me of my purposes and my responsibilities. He reminded me
that I should not give up, because in prayer there is a lot of strength and power.
Therefore, I trust the Lord for victory in my current battles and redemption
for my brokenness.
The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. He is my hope in
my battles and my anchor in the storm. You are my saviour, my refuge, my maker,
my helper, my healer, my redeemer, my answer, my saving grace and my hiding
place. You are my rock and my salvation.
Have an awesome day dear friend of Jesus.
Cheers
