Posts Tagged ‘protection’
Refuge & Stronghold
I kind of know what each of these mean, but I decided to look up the definition of each. Refuge: a condition of being safe or sheltered from pursuit, danger or trouble. Stronghold: a place that has been fortified so as to protect it against attack. The Lord is my Refuge & Stronghold –…
Read MoreLawless
I’ve lived in the United States of America my entire life. I’ve visited other countries and cultures, but the USA has always been home to me. I remember as a young boy learning what is right and wrong. I still remember not having money for some fishing hooks and sinkers and taking them without paying.…
Read MoreBattle Perspective
In a battle there are those in the midst of the battle – hand-to-hand combat. There are also those in command who are at a distance with perspective on the battle at hand. Then there are those who are the top leaders of the country who are looking from a perspective of not only this…
Read MoreSaved
If I’m feeling lost or defeated, I need someone to rescue me from that state or position. I can save a lot of things, but I can’t save myself. Saving myself is way outside the scope of any power I may have. The Lord most definitely is capable of saving anyone He choses. Isaiah speaks…
Read MoreSurrounded
I’ve been through what seemed impossible. I’ve been in situations where there seemed to be no way out…no escape hatch. I’m learning that the Lord can provide an escape route when I’m surrounded on every side. His Presence in me gives me confidence to find a way through the toughest trials and darkest days. I…
Read MoreHelp!
There are times that this is most effective prayer I can pray. I know from experience that the Lord hears my cry for help. I don’t need eloquence in prayer – I need to be real and plain spoken. The Lord knows my heart before my words are spoken. I have the “cart before the…
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