Be my rock of refuge, a stonghold to give me safety, for you are my rock and my fortress.(Psalm 71:3)
Howmany times have we cried our to God for protection, safety or guidance? Sometimes the world we live in or our individual situations seem to bleak that God is our only recourse, our only hope for change and salvation.
During this Holy Week as we contemplate the final days of Jesus on earth, we remember vividly what He endured to save us. Along with His suffering came a promise for our protection and salvation. In return,Jesus did ask us for something - He called us to imitate Him.
Our challenge this week is to look around us for those who might be crying out for guidance, for friendship, for an understanding ear. Some of them are not familiar with a loving God to whom they can take their plea. Simply put, it is up to us to show them the love Jesus modeled for us. The Holy Spirit guides us and God protects and strengthens us to spread heavenly love on earth. The suffering of Jesus calls for nothing less.
Beth Dotson Brown
Courtesy: Living Faith
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