We Need Jesus More Than Ever

There are so many things happening in our world these days that "shake" us.  Things that undermine our security and sense of well being.  Things that bring fear to our hearts.  Things that rob us of peace.  Things that make us concerned for the future.  Just listening to or reading the news each day requires a lot of courage.  We live in a world that needs the love of Jesus more than ever.

In times like these, we need to hold onto the Rock, our Lord Jesus, more than ever.  We need to trust Him, knowing that He is at work and has a plan for our world.  No matter how bad things look or how shaken we are, we can rest in Him.  He is watching over us.  He is near to us, and He is working in our lives.

I have several friends going through really difficult things.  This is the reassurance for them and for all of us.  He loves us, He is mindful of every situation we're facing, and He is at work to help us.  His love and care for us is unfailing - even if we can't see it clearly in our hard situation.

" 'Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed,' says the Lord, who has compassion on you."  Isaiah 54:10

He is unshakeable!!!

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.  And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."  Philippians 4:6,7

"Though youths grow weary and tired, and vigorous young men stumble badly, yet those who wait for the Lord will gain new strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles, they will run and not get tired, they will walk and not become weary."  Isaiah 40:30, 31 NASB

"My soul clings to you; your right hand upholds me."  Psalm 63:8

"The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms."  Deuteronomy 33:27

"Trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts to Him, for God is our refuge."  Psalm 62:8

I can't make it through even one day without the Lord's grace, strength, and help.  He is available 24/7 to hear my cry for help.  He is with me, even carrying me, in each thing I'm facing.  I'm so grateful to Him!

The Rock of Ages

It's been a full week for me preparing for the radiation therapy I'll have in the coming weeks.  I’m at peace with the plans and I’m trusting for good results. 

As I’ve prepared there has been a quote that has resonated in my heart!  It’s from a new book called “Kissing the Waves” by Val Kadalie, a lovely Christian lady here in Cape Town.  She quotes Charles Spurgeon:    "I have learned to kiss the waves that struck me against the Rock of Ages."

Pretty much every day I thank the Lord for being my Rock.  I cling to that Rock in all that I go through.  I couldn't make it without Him.  The firm, sure Rock of the Lord Jesus has been my strength and security in every challenge I've faced.  When the waves of trial, sickness, and suffering have hit - I've held on for life to the Rock of Ages.

"I love you, Lord, my strength.  The Lord is my Rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my Rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.  I called to the Lord, who is worthy of praise, and I have been saved."  Psalm 18:1-3 

"He is the Rock, His work is perfect; for all His ways are justice, a God of truth and without injustice; righteous and upright is He." Deuteronomy 32:4

"The Lord is my Rock and my fortress and my deliverer."  2 Samuel 22:2

"The Lord lives!  Blessed be my Rock!  Let God be exalted, the Rock of my salvation."  2 Samuel 22:47 

"Truly my soul silently waits for God; from Him comes my salvation.  He only is my Rock and my salvation; He is my defense; I shall not be greatly moved."  Psalm 62:1,2

How grateful I am for the Lord Jesus, my Rock!