February 10
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PSALM 46 WE WILL NOT FEAR IN THE MIDST OF TROUBLE
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.2 Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea,3 though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble at it swelling. Selah 4 There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy habitation of the Most High. 5 God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved; God will help her when morning dawns.6 The nations rage, the kingdoms totter; he utters his voice, the earth melts.7 The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah 8 Come, behold the works of the LORD, how he has brought desolations on the earth. 9 He makes wars cease to the end of the earth; he breaks the bow and shatters the spear; he burns the chariots with fire.10 “Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!”11 The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah – Psalm 46:1-11
________________________________________RUNNING TO OUR SANCTUARY AND STRENGTH by ILMA
Even though we are in the midst of trouble and danger
We can run to our sanctuary, our Lord God and Maker
Though it seems like everyone is against God’s people
If we abide in him, he’ll give us strength as he promised
The Lord God dwells in the midst of His chosen children
They will be assured that they won’t be crushed or broken
Though they are exposed to all kinds of wars and disasters
They can always look forward to his rescue and deliverance.
Watch everything that God has made in this world!
It displays his power, steadfast love; He is LORD of Lords
Our Lord God is Almighty, sovereign and in control of everything
Why would we even entertain fear; why not totally trust him?
Be silenced and meditate on God’s supremacy and providence
There is no need to worry; he gave us dominion and authority
Run to the throne of God and exalt him among all nations
The Lord of hosts, dwells in us even in the midst of tribulations.
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REFLECTION
• What can we learn from the psalm about how to approach danger and troubles?