April 25, 2020

It makes all the difference when you take refuge in God alone, doesn’t it?

This Psalm begins with a petition. David is simply asking God to “Keep me safe.” During this pandemic, it seems like this prayer is on a lot of our lips! Yet the psalmist does not look to anything or anyone but God alone for safety. He trusts Him fully for his safety as seen in verses 2-4.

In verses 5–6 the psalmist addresses the Lord himself as his true, spiritual inheritance and credits him with good gifts in life. David’s life was blessed, and he realized he had a delightful earthly inheritance; however, David recognized that no earthly inheritance was greater than his spiritual inheritance which was his relationship with God!

The next stanza of the psalm, verses 7–8, shows us the natural result of turning to God and trusting him for our needs: praise! This praise is met with affirmation that God will not abandon His followers. 

Finally, the Psalm concludes with the psalmist’s joy and the confidence that the Lord will protect him from death. This shows us how awareness of God’s presence brings both direction in this life and hope for all eternity!

Psalm 16 is an ancient hymn of Confidence in the Lord and early Christian communities applied it to the resurrection of Christ. Peter and Paul (Acts 2:25–28; 13:35) extend this interpretation to Jesus, the ultimate Davidic heir in whom the psalm is fulfilled!

Today Psalm 16 can show us that we can experience joy in God’s presence and catch a glimpse of our salvation as eternal life.  Read Psalm 16 and take refuge in the Lord alone: ask Him to keep you safe, and continually proclaim the joy of your salvation!  It will make all the difference in your life.

Psalm 16

You Will Not Abandon My Soul
A Miktam of David.

1 Preserve me, O God, for in you I take refuge.
2 I say to the Lord, “You are my Lord;
    I have no good apart from you.”

3 As for the saints in the land, they are the excellent ones,
    in whom is all my delight.

4 The sorrows of those who run after another god shall multiply;
    their drink offerings of blood I will not pour out
    or take their names on my lips.

5 The Lord is my chosen portion and my cup;
    you hold my lot.
6 The lines have fallen for me in pleasant places;
    indeed, I have a beautiful inheritance.

7 I bless the Lord who gives me counsel;
    in the night also my heart instructs me.
8 I have set the Lord always before me;
    because he is at my right hand, I shall not be shaken.

9 Therefore my heart is glad, and my whole being rejoices;
    my flesh also dwells secure.
10 For you will not abandon my soul to Sheol,
    or let your holy one see corruption.

11 You make known to me the path of life;
    in your presence there is fullness of joy;
    at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.

The Holy Bible, English Standard Version® (ESV®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers.

Prayer:

Father I thank you for loving me and sending your son Jesus to pay the price for my sins.

Thank you for giving me eternal life through trusting and believing in Jesus. 

Father help me to remember I can take refuge in you and give me the confidence and strength to follow you daily. Father You are a great God and there is no one greater than you!

I praise you because I know that You will always guide me to what is best for me.  Father there is nothing greater than having a relationship with you and knowing you have given me eternal life. 

“You are my Lord; apart from you I have no good thing.”(Psalm 16:2 NIV) Father teach me to relentlessly proclaim the joy of my salvation that brings glory to you and that points others to Jesus, for it is in name of Jesus I pray.

Amen. 

52 thoughts on “RHYTHM: DAY 6”

  1. Dear Heavenly Father,
    Thank you for loving me and for always being by my side.
    I have known You since I was a young child and I have always rejoiced at the sound of Your name. You are my Counselor, my Protector, my Savior and my Friend and there is no joy or hope for this life without You. When things are trying or sad I can still find courage and strength to go on because I am reminded that this life is but a temporary dwelling place.
    You are already preparing a home for me to live with you forever. The things of this world, though beautiful as they can be, pale against the promise of living in Eternity with you. Because I have this assurance I can face all of my days. Help me daily in my walks and talks with others to be an instrument for Your glory. Lead me in the paths that You would have me go and help me direct others to you. In the name of Jesus, the name above all names, I pray. Amen!

      2. Amen thank you Jesus. I want to be with you I want to love you. You are my refuge, you are my best friend. I can talk to when ever I want. You are my Lord and Savior. HALLELUJAh!!

    3. Heavenly Father, It was a beautiful day today and I thank you for sharing the glory of your majesty. Help me; I fell short of my promise to you. Forgive me for letting the minutia of life distract from the
      importance of my relationship with you.

  2. 2 Corinthians 12:9 (ESV)
    But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

    Thank you Jesus that we are able to receive the blessings God has for us in the midst of difficult times when we seek refuge in you alone. Amen

  3. Thank You Lord for joy You give. Enable me to pass that joy on to others. With all of this change, turmoil, and transition in my life, it is comforting to know You are with me and my family and Know I am not alone, You are with me and mine. Help me show others how to trust in You, have faith in You, love and follow You. In Jesus name I pray. Amen

  5. thank you LORD for your love and comfort during these times, for the peace and love AMEN!

    1. Thank you Lord that “when peace like a river attends my way or sorrow like sea billows roll; whatever my lot, you have taught me to say, it is well with my soul” .

  6. Dear Lord,

    Some of the sweetest times I spend with You are when I wake up in the middle of the night and there’s a song singing in my heart or a prayer on my lips. It’s as if You’re instructing me, comforting me, and guiding me as I sleep. Your constant care over me blesses me.

    You are always with me, and I shall not fear the unknown because You are already there. Keep my thoughts steadfast on Your promises as I walk through these uncertain times, Lord. I pray You will help me to share how great and amazing You are to those around me. The world is in need. And You are the answer. Bless Your Holy name! Amen.

    2. The world is in need, and you Lord are the answer. We all wait on you God our father, for physical healing from the covid plague but also spiritual healing .We know that is why you allow evil and pain into our lives for our higher good. May your will be done Oh Lord God, on earth as it is in heaven. Amen!!

  7. What a Friend We have that’s Always there for you and me, Praise God! Thankful for all blessings, Prayers are answered sometimes not when expected? Praying for Help and guidance in all choices we make Today ???

  8. I will not be shaken. In your presence, there is fullness of joy. Praise the Lord!!

  9. Lord, Thank you for the love and protection you have provided me. Please extend it across the world and help us bring others to you!

  10. Oh solid Rock I stand all other ground is sinking sand. All other ground is sinking sand. Oh thank you Lord that You are my help in times of trouble. Remind us daily to stand on Your Rock. Though the waves crash all around us You are steadfast. Amen

  11. 11 You make known to me the path of life;
    in your presence there is fullness of joy;
    at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.

    During this time of social distancing, I praise you for stripping away worldly distractions and reminding me that at your right hand are pleasures FOREVERMORE! You, and You alone, are enough. Thank You!

  12. Thank you Jesus for always being being here with me during these trying times. I know that you are on my right side looking over giving me the strength to endure what I must do.

  15. I remember a Damon Shook sermon from back in the old location. Jesus is my song, my strength, my salvation and my sufficiency. The sermon points are written indelibly in my mind. PTL.

  16. Amen and amen thank you for giving us Jesus Christ our Savior thank you loving us so much thank you Father

  17. Lord, I dwell secure in you and I rejoice in you. It is you who gives me counsel and leads me in the path of life. I find my full joy in your presence. Thank you for your glorious salvation.

  19. Dear Heavenly Father,

    You know that love is a choice, and You gave us the ability to make the choice. Being in a loving relationship includes two that give and receive love and attention. Thank You for modeling this. I am so thankful for your example and persistence in growing the areas where I lack.

    Preserve me, O God, for in you I take refuge.
    I say to You, “You are my Lord;
    I have no good apart from you.”

    You are my portion and my cup;
    you hold my lot.
    The lines have fallen for me in pleasant places;
    indeed, I have a beautiful inheritance.

    I bless You Lord, You give me counsel;
    in the night also You instruct my heart.
    I have set You always before me;
    because with You, I shall not be shaken.

    Therefore my heart is glad, and my whole being rejoices;
    my flesh also dwells secure.
    For You will not abandon my soul

    You make known to me the path of life;
    in your presence there is fullness of joy;
    at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.

    Thank you for walking with me and drawing me nearer to You. Every. Day.

    It is in Your precious and holy name that I say,
    Amen

    I love You❤❤❤

  20. Oh Father what a glorious day! You bring us through the storms at night, and you bring us through the storms of life. Who are we without you? You are our refuge, strength, and our ever loving Father. We praise you for this day and for the opportunities that await us. Love you more!! Amen.

  21. “You are my hiding place. You always fill my heart with songs of deliverance whenever I am afraid . I will trust in you, I will trust in you. Let the week say I am strong in the strength of the Lord.” This song and verse means a lot to me in this pandemic time, it gives me peace and joy knowing that He is my strength when I am weak. Thank you Lord God that I can trust in your promises, truly you are my refuge. Amen

  22. Thank You, Abba for my brothers and sisters in Christ ? Thank You for equipping us daily with the Armor of God to glorify You. Therefore, we gladly put on the Helmet of Salvation, the Breastplate of Righteousness, the Belt of Truth, the Shoes of the Gospel, the Sword of the Spirit and the Shield of Faith that we may be able to stand. “With You Lord we shall not be shaken”❤️??

  23. Father, I praise your Holy Name. In your strength and power surround me with your Holy Spirit and keep me this day. May I choose the right path today. Lead me to your heavenly home. Along the way, shine through me to show others the way to your Son. Surrendering my all in all to you and your will. Amen

  24. You are everything we need. You are the beginning and the end. Your unchanging, unconditional love is enough. We praise You and thank You for Who You are.

  25. The sorrows of those who run after another god shall multiply…praying for those who seek after other gods, praying that they will turn to the one true God and experience His peace!

  29. I’m so thankful that He is always with me. I thought of this old song by Merle Haggard:

    I come to the garden alone
    While the dew is still on the roses
    And the voice I hear falling on my ear
    The son of god discloses
    And he walks with me and he talks with me
    And he tells me I am his own
    And the joy we share as we tarry there
    None other has ever known
    He speaks and the sound of his voice
    Is so sweet the birds hush their singing
    And the melody that he gave to me
    Within my heart is ringing
    And he walks with me and he talks with me
    And he tells me I am his own…
    Thank you Lord that you are our protector and help us to always rejoice in you.

  31. Thank you Lord for your everlasting love & protection. Thank you for keeping my family & me safe during these trying times. Thank you for all that you do to bless me! In Jesus name, Amen

  32. In these unhappy circumstances, give me joy Lord. A joy based on my spiritual reality, not this temporary reality, but my relationship with you, that you have saved me and that you are with me now, and forever.

  34. Father, there is no safer place than under your wings. There is no one who has the power to save but you. There is no scientist, government, and another human being that is worthy to be called holy. That belongs to you only. What is mere man that we should dare to believe that we do not need a savior, for our foolishness we are under the impression that we can do it ourselves. I am so thankful Lord that you have called me your own. I need you, oh I need you every hour I need you. Never allow me to stray so far from you that I can no longer hear your voice.

  35. Thanks my God because you are all for me, thank you for found me and to be here for me every single day. You know my soul, everything of me and you continue loved me. I’m here. I love you!

  36. Love this verse!

    You make known to me the path of life;
    in your presence there is fullness of joy;
    at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.

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