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Psalm 31:1-5, 15-16 - Found, Delivered, and Redeemed
Key Verses: (NRSV)
- 1: “In you, O LORD, I seek refuge; do not let me ever be put to shame; in your righteousness deliver me." - We all, at times, seek shelter from the storms of life and as we learn to turn to God we find Him ready to envelope us with His love and eager to show us the way towards a life of righteousness.
- 2: "Incline your ear to me; rescue me speedily. Be a rock of refuge for me, a strong fortress to save me.” - The psalmist prays a prayer that God willingly answers. He has been waiting for each of us to call on His name and to receive His gift of salvation.
- 3-4: "You are indeed my rock and my fortress; for your name’s sake lead me and guide me, 4take me out of the net that is hidden for me, for you are my refuge." - There are snares in life that threaten to lead us astray, but God will provide us with his Spirit to lead, guide, and inspire us to the glory that He has in store.
- 5: "Into your hand I commit my spirit; you have redeemed me, O LORD, faithful God." - Giving everything over to God opens the door to a new life; a redeemed life.
- 15-16: "My times are in your hand; deliver me from the hand of my enemies and persecutors. 16Let your face shine upon your servant; save me in your steadfast love." - And Jabez prayed, 'keep me from harm' and his prayers were answered. It is a promise available for us all.
- Where do you go to seek refuge?
Promise of the Gospel:
David's prayer shows us that we are not the only ones facing a life filled with frustrations, lined with traps and snares, packed with pressures, or fraught with enemies. Everyone faces these issues in life. The key to a peaceful life is at that moment when we recognize there are issues beating at our doors over which we have no control. We cannot solve, fix, or manage everything that comes our way. We need help. We need refuge from the storm. God is waiting for this moment of recognition. When we turn to Him and give over or dedicate our life to Him, His blessed assurance pours into our lives like rain. Peace, comfort, safety, and hope are components of His steadfast love. Protection from harm and guidance from the snares of life are His bounty. He is the rock of our salvation.
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Well, no, I don't always go to the mountains for refuge, but it does help... especially if the Lord sends you there or if you've got Him right there with you. :::wink::: You have touched on many of the truths that I am slowly, slowly getting to in the series that I am working on. Amazing how the Spirit of God seems to move everyone in the same directions at the same time. Isn't He just wonderful!? And so full of "extended grace!"
Gary, you have this gift of ministering to us right where we live. Thank you for the comfort and hope held in these words. Thank you for your obedience to write what the Father gives.
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