REFLECT ON THE WORD.

The imagery found in Psalm 91 captures the nearness and intimacy

of God’s protection. We’re given a picture of an eagle protecting her

young underneath her wings. Those who commune with God and put

their trust in Him know the comfort and security of living under the

protection of the One who is all-mighty.

By faith we’re drawn into His shelter. The storm may still be pelting

down around us, but we’re promised the shelter of His wings.

We can find refuge in God no matter our circumstances because we

are confident that God loves us, will be with us in every storm, and will

(in His own good time) work all things for our good.

This refuge isn’t something we have to go out and find, either. In

Ephesians, Paul revels in the wonder that in Jesus, we not only dwell

in God’s presence, but His very presence makes a home within us,

transforming us by the power of His Spirit and empowering us to

display His presence to others. God’s love creates a refuge within our

very souls that can never be taken away from us.

Our faith hosts the very presence of God in a way that others can see,

feel and be drawn to. May we always find refuge in God as we become

a place where others can encounter the God who loves us.

PRAYER + CONTEMPLATION

01 --- Read through Psalm 91:1-4. Reflect on what it means for

God to be your refuge. Remember how He has been a refuge

in the past. Ponder how He is acting as your refuge in

this season.

02 --- Using Ephesians 3:16-19 as a guide, ask Christ to make His

home in your heart, for the inner strength the Holy Spirit

provides, and for you to fully experience the love that God

has for you.

03 --- Who in your life needs to experience God’s love and refuge?

Bring those people before the Lord and pray these promises

of God over them