Isaiah 25:4 (NAS)
For
Thou hast been a defense for the helpless, A defense for the needy in his
distress, A refuge from the storm, a shade from the heat; For the breath of the
ruthless Is like a rain storm against a wall.
Isaiah 25:4 (NRSV)
For
you have been a refuge to the poor, a refuge to the needy in their distress, a
shelter from the rainstorm and a shade from the heat. When the blast of the
ruthless was like a winter rainstorm,
Sometimes you may feel weak
and poor. You may be languishing and in distress, feeling that you have been
brought low. Perhaps you have been subject to oppression or abuse and you need
help and deliverance from trouble. Where should you go? What should you
do?
Turn to God, for Adonai, the
Lord your God, is a place of safety and protection for you. He is your
refuge, a stronghold that cannot be breached by your enemies. He is your
strength, causing you to prevail.
You may find yourself in
narrow and tight straits where you are being squeezed by the enemy. You may feel
bound or besieged. However, do not give in to distress. Jehovah is your
shelter, where you will find hope. When you are in any storm or dangerous
situation, you can trust and put your confidence in Him. No downpour or flood
will be able to sweep you away.
You may be in a
place of parching heat and drought. You may feel desolate and dry. All around
you there may be waste and ruin and you believe you are being
held by the enemies' swords. At those times, God is your shadow and shade
of protection. Though your enemies may be ruthless, striking terror in your
heart, they are not mightier than the Lord your God. He is your wall of
safety. Though they continuously beat against that wall, they will not
break through to take you captive. You are eternally sheltered in Jehovah.
(Originally
written 8/15/07)
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