A STRONGHOLD IN THE STORM
The LORD is good, A stronghold in the day of trouble; And He knows those who trust in Him. (Nahum 1:7)
The city of Nineveh had repented following Jonah’s reluctant visit to this gentile city. However about 100 years later the people had reverted to their old ways of idolatry and pride. We are reminded in the verse of today God is good and a stronghold in the day of trouble. Despite the wickedness of those around and about us, those who know God and put their trust in Him are promised shelter and strength in His Presence.
His promise of protection and deliverance is seen throughout scripture from cover to cover. ‘Those who put their trust in Him will never be put to shame’ (Rom 10:11).
We are assured in this verse in Nahum that God knows those who trust in Him. He knows us intimately and understands we are frail human beings. The strength and victory for us comes from knowing Him intimately and trusting Him for protection, provision and victory in the midst of battle. We learn from Scripture His ways of winning battles always confounded the enemy. From the sounds of armies marching in the trees (2 Sam 5:24); to the sounds of chariots, horses and a great army (2 Kings 7:6); or using a young boy with a small stone and a sling to bring down the uncircumcised Philistine, Goliath! He has and always will be creative in the manner in which He chooses to win battles on our behalf. All He requires of us is childlike trust in His ability to make a way where there seems to be none.
Psalm 23 verse 5 reminds us He prepares a table before us in the presence of our enemies. I love the picture this paints. Our enemies have to sit and watch while we enjoy the richest of fare. God has a wonderful way of bringing vengeance to our enemies and victory to us no matter how dire the circumstances may appear.
There are so many 'storms' around us in these uncertain times. Let me encourage you today – God is an unshakeable stronghold in the day of trouble. May the magnitude of His strength and power strengthen your soul!