Day 14 - October 14th

SCRIPTURE:

God is our refuge and strength,

    always ready to help in times of trouble.

So we will not fear when earthquakes come

    and the mountains crumble into the sea.

Let the oceans roar and foam.

    Let the mountains tremble as the waters surge!

“Be still, and know that I am God!

    I will be honored by every nation.

    I will be honored throughout the world.”

The Lord of Heaven’s Armies is here among us;

    the God of Israel is our fortress.

                                       Psalm 46:1-3, 10-11 (NLT)

KEY VERSE:

God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. (v. 1)

THOUGHTS:

Where do you turn when everything around you seems to crumble in a moment? When your friends fail you? When all hope seems to be lost? We turn to the Eternal God of all the ages, who is our Father. Beginning with Israel, He has always been our Protector and Deliverer from all those who would try to destroy or wipe out His Church. He will do the same for you, as well. He’s ready to help you through your times of trouble. Hear Him say, “Do not be afraid. I am with you.” (Isaiah 43:6)

PRAYER:

O Lord, thank You for being my hiding place and my strength. Thank You for hearing my cries for help and healing. Guide my feet into the paths that You would have me walk. And if I must walk through the dark valley ahead, please say close to me. Through all of this help me to grow into Christlikeness and to be an example to others who may have to endure this storm as well. May the beauty of Jesus be seen in me. I ask these things to be so through the strong name of Jesus. Amen.