“You will not fear the terror of night, nor the arrow that flies by day, nor the pestilence that stalks in the darkness, nor the plague that destroys at midday.” Psalms 91:5-6 NIV
My children don’t be afraid of fear’s power and let your hearts be troubled. There are dark valleys in this world and how we dwell in them shapes how we live. You can witness the disposition of the fountains of life or the snares of death in the lives by the choices and actions of people. Be aware, that there is a distinct difference between living motivated by fear and seeking to understand how to guard our hearts and minds in Jesus. Currently, and as an example, there is a growing sense of angst and fear with COVID-19 and we should take all precautions and listen to wise council. Yet, what I speak of is an inward attitude of fear that controls your thoughts and life; this should not be a part of our life. Consequently, I find it interesting that we currently live under the threat of plagues. We are to have no fear of these plagues. Why is this? It is mentioned specifically in following verse – now tell me the Bible is not relevant to our modern world.
“I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” Psalms 91:2 NIV
I cannot be afraid of these terrors if I turn to God as my fortress, God is my safe place, He is my refuge where I place my trust. If my life is anchored on the rock of my salvation, then how can I be afraid. It never fails that when these thoughts and uncertainties come to me, and they certainly will… they will hit me when I am worn and tired, when I am alone, or in the middle of the night. Then I will turn to my fortress. How? Through prayer and supplication:
- Prayer. We live in a time of self-sufficiency and a flawed mind-set. We need Him…pray often.
- Listen to God. Take time daily to read the Bible. There is great insight how God acted throughout history, such as, hardships, peace, and plagues. It helps to grow an awareness how He might be working today in the world and in our very own lives.
What joy it should bring us to be able to acknowledge God as our shelter, God as the one who covers us with His wings! In this time of a world filled with terror and fear let us turn to the rock on which we have built our lives, let our hearts, minds and prayers turn at all times to the promises of the Lord our refuge and no harm shall overtake you.
Anchor In The Storm 