It's me again God,
Thank You Lord for all who have gone before us, experiencing the highs and lows of life lived with You and reminding us not to be afraid but trust in You. David continually seemed to be going through circumstances that tested his faith. I love the way he realises that no matter how dark things are, You are his light, salvation, stronghold and confidence. What an amazing Psalm to meditate on:
"The Lord is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life— of whom shall I be afraid? When the wicked advance against me to devour me, it is my enemies and my foes who will stumble and fall. Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then I will be confident.
One thing I ask from the Lord, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the Lord and to seek him in his temple. 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. Then my head will be exalted above the enemies who surround me; at his sacred tent I will sacrifice with shouts of joy; I will sing and make music to the Lord. Hear my voice when I call, Lord; be merciful to me and answer me.
My heart says of you, "Seek his face!" Your face, Lord, I will seek. Do not hide your face from me, do not turn your servant away in anger; you have been my helper. Do not reject me or forsake me, God my Savior. Though my father and mother forsake me, the Lord will receive me. Teach me your way, Lord; lead me in a straight path because of my oppressors. Do not turn me over to the desire of my foes, for false witnesses rise up against me, spouting malicious accusations. I remain confident of this: I will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord."
Psalm 27:1-14 NIV
There are so many beautiful images in the Psalm —dwelling in Your House, gazing on Your beauty, singing to You, seeking You always and allowing You to lead and teach, no matter what the present circumstances may be. These are things that bring me great joy and there is no need to be afraid! I love the way this Psalm ends as David encourages himself to wait for You, abide in You, remain in You. That is my own personal prayer today!
"For this is what the Lord has commanded us: " 'I have made you a light for the Gentiles, that you may bring salvation to the ends of the earth.' "" Acts 13:47 NIV
In Jesus' Name
Amen.
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It's Me Again God
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