February 15, 2025
An ever-present help
Read: Leviticus 1, 2; Psalm 46; Matthew 23:23-39
Scripture: Psalm 46: 1 God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, 3 though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging.
Observation: Psalm 46 tells us why there will be no fear among the people of God. The Bible does not say there will be no calamity or problems in our lives. Instead, it speaks of the availability of "an ever-present help" during those difficult times when we struggle or suffer. Here, the Psalmist reminds us, "God is our refuge and strength." The world we live in may collapse upside down, and even big mountains may fall, but God is available to help us. We can hide in him, for he is our refuge. Even if we go through a challenging or trying period, we can be strong, for God is our strength. As long as we trust God and place our hope in him, we will be free from any fear. We can call on him any time. He is available to help us all the time—24/7. We may be/become weak in times of trouble. But we can find our strength in God.
Application: There were times when I was reluctant to call somebody for help, thinking that the person who could help me may be too busy to offer his/her help. Sometimes, even if they were available to help, they could not help as it was beyond their capacity. Here, the almighty God is available to help me. He shows no partiality to the calls that seek his help. I can go to him any time of the day to find my real strength. The sooner I go to God, the sooner I find my help. So, in my testing times,
"I will call upon the Lord
Who is worthy to be praised.
So shall I be saved from my enemies
I will call upon the Lord."
Prayer: Father God, thank you for always encouraging me to trust you. You are able to help me in any situation. My loving Lord, give me your strength to face the trials of the day. For you are with me, I will not fear. Amen.
✍️: Arputharaj Samuel
📕: Quiet Time Companion
🗓️ Day – 46