“I will say of the LORD, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.’… He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you find refuge.” Psalm 91:2, 4
One of our outdoor adventure groups recently traveled to the Grand Canyon and hiked the south Kaibab trail. As with every expedition, we try to be as equipped as possible. But there are always things you just can’t prepare for! On this particular day, a family with small children hiked with us. As we were rounding up the south rim, it began to hail. The group immediately huddled beneath a large tree to seek shelter from the pelting hail. Within a matter of seconds, the father of the children pulled out an emergency blanket from his pack and the adults held up the blanket to protect the children.
Their father did something for them they couldn’t do for themselves. The psalmist in Psalm 91 declares that the Lord “is my refuge and my fortress, my God in whom I trust.” Not only is He the One whom we run to for shelter, but He does what we cannot!
As human beings, we want to solve the problem and be the one who has the right answer. But our limited abilities pale in comparison to God’s power and His matchless wisdom.
Insight: What do you or your loved ones need His protection or power for today? Confess any attempts of your own and trust in His ability.