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Psalm 46:1 (0) For the leader. By the descendants of Korach. On ‘alamot [high-pitched musical instruments?]. A song:
2 (1) God is our refuge and strength,
an ever-present help in trouble.
3 (2) Therefore we are unafraid,
even if the earth gives way,
even if the mountains tumble
into the depths of the sea,
4 (3) even if its waters rage and foam,
and mountains shake at its turbulence. (Selah)
5 (4) There is a river whose streams
gladden the city of God,
the holy habitation of ‘Elyon —
6 (5) God is in the city.
It will not be moved —
when daybreak comes, God will help it.
7 (6) Nations were in turmoil,
kingdoms were moved;
his voice thundered forth,
and the earth melted away.
8 (7) Adonai-Tzva’ot is with us,
our fortress, the God of Ya‘akov. (Selah)
9 (8) Come and see the works of Adonai,
the astounding deeds he has done on the earth.
10 (9) To the ends of the earth he makes wars cease —
he breaks the bow, snaps the spear,
burns the shields in the fire.
11 (10) “Desist, and learn that I am God,
supreme over the nations,
supreme over the earth.”
12 (11) Adonai-Tzva’ot is with us,
our fortress, the God of Ya‘akov. (Selah)
---When I was a child, I climbed hills, swam in a creek and played in an apple orchard. If I felt tired, hungry or afraid, I would hurry inside our house. I felt safe inside my house with my family. As an adult, I have often been anxious to get home. After work I would get in my car and drive home. When I was inside my house, I felt safe.
Some large cities have certain buildings or houses called "safe places." These are places where children can go if they are in danger or need protection. The writer of Psalm 46:1 talks about a very special "safe place." "God is our protection and source of strength. He is always ready to help us in times of trouble."
We all want to feel safe. We read a newspaper or watch the news on television. We see that the world is full of violent crimes, damaging weather and financial troubles. These stories may make us feel afraid and insecure.
But we can always trust God to help us feel safe and secure. When we are close to Him, He gives us protection and strength. Stay close to God and His Word today. You can depend on God to keep you safe.---
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