January 31, 2025
The LORD preserves!
Read: Exodus 11, 12; Psalm 31; Matthew 16:1-12.
Scripture: Psalm 31:23 Love the LORD, all his saints! The LORD preserves the faithful, but the proud he pays back in full. 24 Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the Lord.
Observation: In the world we live in today, we see that preservatives are added to many food products, medicines, cosmetics, and so many other things. Although preservatives prevent the decomposition of these products, they would spoil the health and well-being of those who use them. Here, David says, “The LORD preserves the faithful.” In Psalm 31, David expresses his trust in the Lord despite all the unfavorable situations in his life. As he describes his distressing thoughts, pains, and slanders that terrorized him and weakened him both physically and emotionally, his confidence is in the Lord, and he says, “But I trust in you” (Ps.31:9-14).
God protects his faithful ones from all afflictions and keeps them safe. Above all, God stored up his best for his people. As our times are in His hands, not in the hands of our enemies, he delivers and lifts us in his time. God is faithful. He fulfilled his promises to the Israelites and brought them out from the bondage of Egypt after 430 years. He is able to deliver and protect his faithful ones even today. Not who our enemy is or what our sorrowful situation is, but in whom we put our trust matters most. We can trust God always!
Application: When I am surrounded by unfavorable situations and afflictions that I never expected in my life, I sometimes become physically and emotionally weak. The more I look at my environment, the more my fears intensify, and no breakthrough is visible within my eyesight. However, when I remember God’s works in the lives of others who feared him, my confidence and trust in the Lord increase and my fears disappear. The Bible tells many such stories of God’s faithfulness and deliverance. God’s protection never decays. I trust and love you, oh my Lord. How great thou art!
Prayer: Father God, thank you for protecting me from every harmful and evil thought that tries to devour me. My life and my times are in your hands! How wonderful is your Love! Help me to remember your love and protection and to love you always. Amen.
✍️: Arputharaj Samuel
📕: Quiet Time Companion
🗓️ Day– 31