“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof.” Psalm 46:1-3
Earlier this week, we looked at the story of Paul on his journey to Rome. After battling the stormy seas for days, the ship finally found a place where they could use the anchors to hold the ship steady through the night. As we anchor in the Lord Jesus Christ, we receive the strength and resistance that we need to face life’s challenges.
In Luke 21:25-38, Jesus shares with His disciples some signs of the future.
“And there shall be signs in the sun, and in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring; Men’s hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of heaven shall be shaken. And then shall they see the Son of man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh.”
As we listen to the news each day, we can see this scripture being fulfilled. Wars, earthquakes, fires, floods, and other upheavals are happening in our world. Fear fills the hearts of people, wondering what will happen next.
Facing these events, we need not fear because we have a strong anchor in Jesus. He is in complete control. Steadfast and secure, we rest in His promises.
Matthew 24:13 “But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved.”
Philippians 1:6 “Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ.”
Hebrews 13:5 “for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.”
Thought for Today: Isaiah 41:10 “Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Devotion by: Anne Johnston
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I’ve been reading in Acts; and yesterday, I started the story of Paul’s shipwreck. Another “coincidence” this week.
Good morning, Marie.
Thank you for following the devotionals. I find it so amazing that when we are reading and meditating upon scriptures, the same subject will come up in sermons we hear, songs we sing, and in so many ways.
The Lord seems to just reinforce the lessons He wants us to learn. May you be blessed today.