Friendship Baptist Church Kansas City, Missouri
Faithfully Trusting In God's Power
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Psalm 62:5-8 (NIV)
Yes, my soul, find rest in God;my hope comes from him. He is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken. My salvation and my honor depend on God; he is my mighty rock, my refuge. Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him,for God is our refuge.

 

 

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In the midst of life’s uncertainties, the psalmist offers a profound reminder to place our trust in God. These verses invite us to find rest and hope in Him, not because our circumstances are perfect, but because our God is unshakable.

 

1. Rest in God
Verse 5 calls us to "find rest in God." In a world full of noise, stress, and anxiety, true peace can only be found in God. His stability offers a refuge for our weary souls. When we pause to reflect on His greatness, our hearts are reminded that He is the source of lasting peace.

 

2. Unshakable Hope
The psalmist declares that God is our "rock," our "salvation," and our "fortress." These metaphors remind us of God’s firm and reliable nature. When everything around us feels unstable, we can anchor ourselves in God's promises, knowing that He will never fail us.

 

3. Trusting in All Circumstances
In verse 8, we are urged to trust in God "at all times" and pour out our hearts to Him. This means in our joys and in our struggles, we are invited to bring our concerns before God. He is not distant but a loving refuge who welcomes our honest prayers.

 


How often do we try to find rest and security in things or people that are temporary? Psalm 62 challenges us to shift our focus to God, who offers us unshakable peace, a strong refuge, and an unwavering hope. Let us reject bitterness, anger and fear. Let us resolve in our hearts to to act justly, to love faithfulness, and to walk humbly with our God. Today, let’s choose to rest in God, trusting in His faithfulness and pouring our hearts out to Him.  In doing so, we can experience the security that only He provides.

 

Prayer
Lord, thank You for being my rock, my salvation, and my refuge. Help me to trust in You at all times, especially when I feel anxious or overwhelmed. Teach me to find true rest in Your presence, knowing that You are my constant source of hope and security. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

 


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