September 17

Written by Bill Grandi on September 17th, 2021

3 chapters. 3 passages.

I’ve been reading through Psalms again-my second time this year. I’m using a different translation this time through-one I am getting more familiar with and have really grown to love. The NASB2020. But the translation really is unimportant to the weight and import of these 3 passages.

“Lead me to the rock that is higher than I. For you have been a refuge for me, A tower of strength against the enemy.” (Psalm 61:2b-3a)

“My soul waits in silence for God alone; From Him comes my salvation. He alone is my rock and my salvation, My stronghold; I will not be shaken.” (Psalm 62: 1-2)  {Note: for an added bonus read verses 5-8}

“God, You are my God; I shall be watching for You; My soul thirsts for You, my flesh yearns for You, In a dry and exhausted land where there is no water.” (Psalm 63:1)

These verses came home to me recently as I was visiting with someone. This man’s life had been controlled by alcohol and at the ripe young age of 67, he came to know Jesus as his Savior. He is now 78 and has not had a drink in all those years. He speaks of being in the muck and being pulled out in his former job (he is retired) with a major pipeline. His reference to Psalm 69 was so refreshing because he was able to make a great application with it. And he also spoke of how Jesus did that for him. He now stands on the Rock-Jesus-his refuge and strength. What a refreshing visit it was!  May his tribe increase!!

May my heart be as tender to God’s help and saving grace as his.

“Father, You are my strength. My rock. My refuge. May I always acknowledge that and live that.”

 

6 Comments so far ↓

  1. Ryan S says:

    God has a way of showing us the application of His word. Sometimes in us, sometimes in others. Sometimes a very familiar verse or passage, sometimes much less familiar. I try to pay attention when it happens. I am sure it happens more than I recognize. Thankfully, God is patient and will even show me multiple times on occasion.

  2. Amen, Bill! Our Father will ever be our strength, our rock and our refuge. Thanks for reminding us all of that today.
    Blessings!

  3. Ed says:

    Thank God he found Jesus! Many drunkards will not, unfortunately, find their way to heaven.. or if they do the doors will be closed to them! 🙁