David was a man after God’s own heart and a gifted musician. There were several times in his life when David had to run from his enemies. David’s turned his heart toward God when he was in trouble and fearing for his life. We should do likewise! Put your faith and trust in God.
1 O Lord, I have so many enemies;
so many are against me.
2 So many are saying,
“God will never rescue him!” (Interlude)[a]
3 But you, O Lord, are a shield around me;
you are my glory, the one who holds my head high.
4 I cried out to the Lord,
and he answered me from his holy mountain. (Interlude)
5 I lay down and slept,
yet I woke up in safety,
for the Lord was watching over me.
6 I am not afraid of ten thousand enemies
who surround me on every side.
7 Arise, O Lord!
Rescue me, my God!
Slap all my enemies in the face!
Shatter the teeth of the wicked!
8 Victory comes from you, O Lord.
May you bless your people. (Interlude)
Some of us can identify very directly with fearing for our lives. Some even fear for our lives because of our faith in Jesus. Others have been fortunate never to face this level of fear. All of us encounter times of difficulty and stress. When we find ourselves in the midst of great storms, turn our hearts and minds toward God and seek His presence, wisdom, and protection.
Shalom. May the grace and peace of our Lord, Yeshua, be with you. Devotion by John in service to Christ
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