God speaks today Monday | December 11, 2023

And a man shall be as an hiding place from the wind, and a covert from the tempest; as rivers of water in a dry place, as the shadow of a great rock in a weary land. (Isaiah 32:2)
But the men marvelled, saying, What manner of man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey him! (Matthew 8:27)
Charles Spurgeon

A shelter in stormy weather

The Second Man, the Lord of heaven, the Son of man, is our hiding place. He endures the wind and protects us from the wrath of God and men, the cares of life, and fear of death. In times of affliction, He is a refuge that never fails. We should take refuge in Him and rest in His protection. He is our blessed Jesus, our hiding place in stormy weather. Read more...


Cross Reference

For thou hast been a strength to the poor, a strength to the needy in his distress, a refuge from the storm, a shadow from the heat, when the blast of the terrible ones is as a storm against the wall. (Isaiah 25:4)
For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. (Isaiah 9:6)
Deliver me, O LORD, from mine enemies: I flee unto thee to hide me. (Psalm 143:9)
For I will pour water upon him that is thirsty, and floods upon the dry ground: I will pour my spirit upon thy seed, and my blessing upon thine offspring: (Isaiah 44:3)

Comments:

Enrique Meneses Muñoz : GOD is my refuge at all times. I love you my lord.
Hello, Enrique! Thanks for your comment. It is wonderful that you recognize God as your refuge at all times. As Charles Spurgeon's devotional mentions, our Lord Jesus is a safe refuge in the midst of life's storms. In Isaiah 32:2 God is compared to a shelter from the wind and a shadow in a dry land. He is our shelter and protection. Remember that we can run to Him and find peace in the midst of difficulties. As Matthew 8:27 says, even the winds and the sea obey Jesus. Let us continue to love and trust in our Lord, who is our hiding place in times of storm. Blessings!
Sandra García : It is true in times of storm he is our strength, support and help! I was diagnosed with breast cancer, I had surgery and now I continue with radiotherapy. God has been giving me the strength not to faint
Hello Sandra! I'm so sorry to hear about your breast cancer diagnosis, but I'm glad to know that you are finding strength in God during this stormy time. As Charles Spurgeon's devotional mentions, our Lord Jesus is a safe refuge and hiding place in the midst of difficulties. It is inspiring to see how you are trusting God and receiving His strength not to faint. Remember that He is with you every step of the way, holding you and giving you support. Allow Him to be your refuge in this radiotherapy process, trust in His love and power to carry you forward. God is the one who can give you the strength and comfort you need in difficult times like this. Keep your faith firm in Him and allow Him to be your rock and your support. I will be praying for you, that God will continue to strengthen you and heal you completely. May His peace and love surround you always! Cheer up and blessings!
Wulfredo : Man's life is full of refuges. Shelter in the womb for nine months, shelter in the mother's bosom in childhood, shelter in the family in adolescence, shelter in marriage in adulthood, even in old age she needs shelter. And in all of them my Savior is present. Without Him we can do nothing or receive anything. Because He is my shepherd and I will lack nothing. Amen
Hello Wulfredo! Thank you for your reflection. It is true, throughout our lives we need different refuges in different stages and circumstances. But the most beautiful thing is that in each of them, our Savior is present. As you mention, from the womb to old age, God takes care of us and provides shelter. He is our Shepherd, who guides us and provides everything we need. As mentioned in Psalm 23:1, "The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing." It is comforting to know that in all stages of our lives, we can trust God as our safe refuge. He is the one who sustains us, takes care of us and supplies us. Without Him, indeed, we can do nothing and receive nothing good. Let us continue to trust in our Savior in all areas of our lives. He is our unwavering refuge, our loving shepherd who provides and cares for us. May his peace and grace be with you always. Amen! Blessings.
Davinson De Jesus: God and my Lord Jesus Christ will take me out of the middle of the storm, the trial and the temptations that I am going through right now, he is my Helper and my soon Help, Amen.
Hello Davinson De Jesus! Thank you for sharing your trust in God and in Jesus Christ as your help and help in the midst of the storms, trials and temptations that you are facing right now. It is beautiful to recognize that God is the one who gets us out of those difficult situations. As Charles Spurgeon's devotional mentions, our Lord Jesus is a constant refuge in times of storm. He is our Helper and prompt Help, ready to help us at all times. As it says in Hebrews 4:16, "Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need." Trust that God and Jesus Christ are with you, ready to give you the support and help you need. Allow them to sustain you and guide you through your trials. Remember that you are not alone, and that God has the power to get you out of any difficult situation. May your faith be strengthened and you find comfort in the presence and power of your Lord. I will be praying for you, that you find strength and victory in Christ. Amen! Blessings.
Francisco Diaz S.: Jesus Christ is my shepherd, I will lack nothing, I will be protected from the malice of the enemy and my stay on the meadow of life will be in peace and with the security that the Lord protects me. Praise you Lord
Hello Francisco! Thank you for your beautiful comment. It is wonderful to recognize Jesus Christ as our Shepherd, who cares for us, provides for us, and protects us from the evils of the enemy. As you mention, when we trust in God and His care, we will lack nothing. He guides us through the meadow of life and grants us peace and security in His protection. Praise the Lord for His love and faithfulness towards us. It is comforting to know that we have a Shepherd who knows us and cares for us at all times. As mentioned in Psalm 23:1-2, "The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing; He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters." Trust that He is by your side, watching over your well-being and guiding your steps. Let us continue to praise and trust in the Lord, our loving Shepherd. May His presence and protection always accompany you. Blessings!
Francisco Diaz S.: Let us declare this every day when we get up, when we go out to work, with the conviction that the Lord will always be with us.
Hello again, Francisco! You are absolutely right, it is important to declare and remember the constant presence of the Lord in our lives every day. When we get up, when we go to work or at any time of the day, we can have the conviction that He will always be with us. Declaring this truth fills us with confidence and strengthens us in our faith. As it says in Deuteronomy 31:6, "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." Let me encourage you to continue affirming this truth in your daily life. May your trust in the Lord be an unwavering conviction, remembering that He is always with you, guiding you, protecting you and giving you strength. May each day be an opportunity to renew your faith and remember that the Lord is present in every area of ​​your life. May His love and His company sustain you always! Abundant blessings to you!
Nancy: I need to hide in your shelter
Hello Nancy! I understand your desire to take refuge in the Lord. It is a beautiful expression of trust and dependence on Him. As Charles Spurgeon's devotional mentions, our Lord Jesus is a safe refuge in times of storm. When we feel overwhelmed, tired, or overwhelmed by life's circumstances, it is comforting to know that we can find refuge in God. He is our hiding place, our safe place where we can find peace, comfort and protection. I encourage you to seek that refuge in the Lord. Come to Him in prayer, give Him your burdens and tell Him that you need His protection and comfort. Psalm 91:2 reminds us: "I will say to the Lord, 'My hope and my castle; my God, in whom I will trust.'" May you find refuge in the presence of God in the midst of any difficulty or worry. Allow Him to embrace you with His love and care. He is faithful and will always be ready to receive you. May you find peace and comfort in His refuge! I'll be praying for you. Blessings!
Moises Mora : Ohhhh thank you for reminding me where I am in a bubble in The only Lord and Savior of our lives.
Hello Moises Mora! What a beautiful statement, recognizing that we are in a bubble, protected by the only Lord and Savior of our lives. It is wonderful to know that in Christ we find safety and refuge. As Charles Spurgeon's devotional mentions, Jesus Christ is our hiding place in the time of storm. He is the one who protects us and keeps us in the midst of adversity. He surrounds us with His love and gives us security in all aspects of our lives. Let us thank the Lord for His constant care and provision. In Ephesians 2:8-9 he teaches us: "For by grace you have been saved through faith; and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God; not by works, so that no one can boast." It is by His grace and undeserved love that we can find refuge in Him. May this truth fill you with gratitude and trust in the Lord. May you always remember that you are protected in that bubble of love and care that He has created for you. Abundant blessings to you in Christ!
Ylcia: Very good reflection about our Lord Jesus Christ because it is good to be clear that he is our protection and strength and our quick refuge in all difficult moments.
Hello Ylcia! Thanks for your comment. It is true, it is of great importance to recognize Jesus Christ as our protection, strength and refuge in all the difficult moments of our lives. In times of adversity, it is comforting to know that we have someone we can fully trust, someone who gives us comfort and protection. Jesus Christ is that safe refuge to which we can turn at all times. As Charles Spurgeon's devotional mentions, Jesus is our hiding place in the time of storm. He is the one who withstands the full force of the wind and protects us when we take refuge in Him. He is the only one who can carry us through difficulties. In every difficult or challenging moment, may you remember to turn to Jesus Christ as your refuge. He is willing to receive you, to support you and to give you strength. As mentioned in Psalm 46:1, “God is our refuge and strength, a sure help in times of trouble.” May this truth accompany you and strengthen you in your daily walk. Rest in the love and protection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Blessings to you!