One-minute read.
As a child, I would sleep on the floor beside my parent’s bed when I got scared at night. I felt safe, tucked between the wall and Mom’s side of the mattress. When Three Mile Island occurred, the partial meltdown of a nuclear reactor, I hid a survival kit under the bed, sure I would save the entire family. The small space became my place of refuge and strength.
As an adult, I run to the Lord for safety, making Him my stronghold. Time and again, God protects and comforts me in my present troubles. People let me down, but the Creator never does. Even if I don’t understand, I know His plan will prevail, no matter the attack.
Jesus, descended from the lion of Judah, gained victory for all on the cross. Dying for our sins and overcoming death, the Savior longs for us to turn to Him and experience the grace and mercy He offers. The Lord doesn’t condemn us for our sins; He forgives them. Laying our burdens at His feet, Christ heals us when we come to Him, giving us new direction and hope for the future.
Seek refuge in the Savior and experience His peace.
Prayer:
Lord,
Thank You for giving us a safe, dependable place to take refuge from our troubles. Please help us seek You first, not last. Give us the peace that surpasses all understanding as we come to You with our burdens.
IJNIP. Amen
