RESTING IN THE SHADOWS

For Reading and Meditation: Psalms 91

This psalm is a prayer of Moses which portrays his deep trust in God especially his ability to take refuge in God in times of trouble. Psalms 91:1 says, he who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty (NIV).

We live in a very busy world today. We run from programme to programme in a daily basis. The faster we can do things determines our level of achievements. In the middle of all these things rest becomes a questions mark for many of us. But in this above verse we can see the psalmist talking about rest –not just the physical rest but our soul finding rest in God. This is very important in every Christian life. The one who find rest in the Lord will not be shaken in any difficult circumstances. If we have faith in God doesn’t mean that we will have a problem free life. Through out this psalm we can see that a child of God can face with different problems such as trials from the enemy, sickness, disasters etc… This also doesn’t mean that we are insensitive about everything around us and not being shaken. It simply mean that we make a choice to run toward the shelter of our Almighty God who is a dwelling place for us .That is where we find rest that makes us content and satisfied .

This psalm also shows us a greater amount of submission to God in times of testing. The greatest freedom comes when we submit. The greater deliverance comes when we depend more. The protection is more known to us when we are willing to let God lead us and His shadow cover us. David, known as a man after God’s own heart knew this very well. He wrote in psalms “my soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from Him” (psalms 62:1 NIV)

Questions to ponder: How are we today? Are we able to rest in Him in our difficulties? Do we run to God or people in times of desperation? Will we be able to stay under His shadow in times of fear instead of running away from him?

Prayer: God help me to be sensitive to your presence and find rest in you always. You are my refuge and strength and a very present help in times of trouble. In Jesus name. Amen.