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Galatians 1-2; Psalm 5


But let all who take refuge in you rejoice;
    let them ever sing for joy,
and spread your protection over them,
    that those who love your name may exult in you.

Psalm 5:11

Is God your refuge? This is the first question that comes to mind when reading this particular verse within Psalm 5. I am so thankful that I can answer, “YES! He is my refuge.” In fact, I can’t imagine NOT having Him as my refuge and strength, my ever-present help in times of trouble. (Psalm 46:1 ) It seems as if times of either tragedy, chaos, or uncertainty almost always bring people closer to God. I have been encouraged by the many things I’ve heard or read about people turning to the Lord during this unprecedented time we’re going through right now. He is definitely at work among us, isn’t He?

Speaking personally, our lives took a complete 180 within a matter of about a day just about a month ago. Literally. All of a sudden what was a busy calendar, especially approaching spring, was completely clear. Kids were home when they had attended public school every day. All events at church were canceled. Any other organization we or our kids were involved in canceled everything for an unknown time. My normal workload completely changed and I could do what little is needed from home. Going out and about was no longer a normal thing. A few days later my husband left work at 5 pm thinking he had a job the next day and by 5:30 the whole company was shut down for an unknown time. School is now shut down for the rest of the year and I have no idea whether I’ll be able to see my oldest graduate (a moment every parent looks forward to). Trips and camp this summer are all a big question mark. I’m sure that if we could sit down together and chat over a cup of coffee, you would have your own story about changes and upheavals during this time.

But you know what? I can also tell you how we’ve experienced so much joy, peace, and provision during this last month, and I give absolute glory to God for that. We have no doubt that He is in total control and continue to put our trust in Him. So yes, he is our refuge, and I pray that He is yours as well!
Rachel Craig

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