April 5, 2016: SOAP #2315:

Scripture: Psalm (NIV) 61:2 From the ends of the earth I call to you, I call as my heart grows faint; lead me to the rock that is higher than I. 3 For you have been my refuge, a strong tower against the foe.

Observation: The psalmist had learned there was no place on earth from which he could not call on God. In times of trouble when he needed a strong foundation, he trusted God to be a rock that was bigger than himself. He remembered when he had been overcome by the enemy; he had found God to be his refuge. God had been his strong tower from which he could overlook the battle below. From his vantage point in the tower the psalmist had viewed the enemies battle plans.

Application: I have never been in a place from which I could not call on the Lord. I have never been in a place where I could not sense His Presence. He has been my courage; he has been my strength. He has been my wisdom; He has been my source. He has been with me in the air (in small planes, Marine helicopters, and passenger jets), on land (in cars, busses and trains) and sea (in small fishing boats and US Navy ships). He has been with me on three continents and several islands of the sea. He has been with me in war and peace; in Viet Nam and at home.   He has been with me when the air was filled with the sound of whizzing bullets and exploding shells; He has been with me when the air was filled with the sounds of people worshipping. His voice has assured me; His hand has sustained me; His presence has satisfied me.

Prayer:   Lord, from the ends of the earth that I have experienced I have called on you and found you to be a rock bigger than myself or my circumstances. You have been my refuge and my strong tower. Amen

Pastor Leon
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