October 6                                                                     The Power of God’s Word
It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in people.
– Psalm 118:18 (NLT)
TAKE REFUGE IN THE LORD
A poem and essay by ILMA
Are you tired, challenged or questioned by others?
Were you betrayed by one of your sisters or brothers?
It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in men
God deeply cares for us than any other human.
If you trust people, they may not live up to your expectations
Take refuge in the Lord and bring your supplications
The Lord is faithful to respond and grant you your needs
If you ask in his name, he is faithful to provide and give.
Have you ever experienced betrayal? It hurts to be let down by people especially if they are someone you love or very close to you. Most people take a long time to get over betrayals. Expectations play a vital role in relationships. When we have certain expectations of someone that we keep to ourselves and do not reveal it, we are opening the door for trouble. If that someone fails to live up to such expectations, we can feel betrayed. There are others who really purposely deceive others. The bible tells us to only take refuge in the Lord rather than to trust in people.
PRAYER
Lord, remind me to run only to you always.
REFLECTION
When was the last time you were betrayed by someone you love deeply?