The 18th Psalm contains the words to one of my
favorite songs. Verse three declares, “I will call upon the LORD, who is worthy
to be praise: so shall I be saved from mine enemies.” At the time of writing
these words, David was being pursued by Saul. David was in a fight for his
life, yet he wasn’t worried because he knew what to do. He knew that God would
protect him. He wrote, “I will love thee, O LORD, my strength. The LORD is my
rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer, my God, my strength, in whom I will
trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower” (v.1,2).
As we begin 2014, let us take the same courage and
confidence in trusting in the Lord. Surely there will be good days this year,
but there may also be very difficult times. Rather than letting our enemies or
circumstances hold us down, let us remember that we can call upon the Lord! He
will provide for and protect His children. However, even if we must deal with
terrible tragedy in the New Year, let us have courage to trust in God and the
confidence to take up the cry of Paul, “For to me to live is Christ and to die
is gain” (Philippians 1:21).
The 46th verse declares, “The LORD liveth; and
blessed be my rock; and let the God of my salvation be exalted.” When times do
get tough, stand upon the Rock! Remember that all things work together for good
for those who love God, for the called according to His purpose (Romans 8:28).
Put your faith in God, call upon Him in time of need and in
time of joy, and remember that in the end, if we live faithfully until death
(no matter how hard life may be), we will have eternal life through Christ who
makes possible our salvation.
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Christ and His church, or if you would like to study from a free DVD, please
let us know. God provides us with solid footing when we stand upon the promises
of His word. Make every opportunity in 2014 to study from the word of God. Let
us know if we can help.
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