Our Strong Tower

Thoughts_About_God — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 07:06:41 +0000

The name of the LORD is a strong tower; The righteous run to it and are safe. Prov. 18:10

Be blessed to find refuge and strength in the name of the Lord, for it is a strong tower where the righteous find safety and deliverance. Run to Him with confidence, knowing that He is your shield against all that seeks to harass, intimidate, or harm you.

In every trial and challenge, may the name of the Lord be your fortress, providing protection and strength according to the needs of each day. Be blessed in the assurance that He is your Keeper, watching over your health and well-being with unfailing love and care.

May you experience the fullness of His protection as declared in Psalm 91. Be blessed as He commands His angels to guard you day and night, guiding you and surrounding you with their presence. Be blessed to find shelter in the secret place of the Most High, where His peace and security reign. Let His presence be a sanctuary of rest and restoration for you, where you are shielded from every storm and trial.

May you have the confidence to run to Him in times of trouble, knowing that His name is a powerful refuge and His arms are open wide to receive you. Be blessed to trust in His unwavering protection and deliverance, for He is your strong tower and your safe haven.

Be blessed with courage and faith, knowing that He is your protector and defender. May His strength uphold you and His peace surround you as you walk in the security of His love. Be blessed with the assurance of His protection and the peace that surpasses all understanding. Be blessed in the name of the One who is our ultimate refuge and strength.

by Sylvia Gunter
used by permission

Surplus and Deficit

Thoughts_About_God — Sun, 05 Jan 2025 08:05:48 +0000

These days all of us are acutely aware of the job market, the stock market, or the status of last year’s earnings from filing our income taxes. It is that inevitable time of year. Our son Charley talked with God one day about his “balance sheet.” Can’t we all identify with this true accounting of the state of our hearts?

Heavenly Father, I have a large surplus and a great shortage. I have a surplus of selfishness and wanting my own way, right away. I have a great shortage of obedience and, by extension, love for You. You said, “If you love Me, do the things I command you.” I haven’t been loving You like I should. It shows to me, if to no one else.

Bankrupt me of my surplus. Remove from me the selfishness and disobedience that I choose. Replace it with a deep and growing love for You and teach me to know You. Help me keep my mind set on things above, not on earthly things.

God, I feel small and needy. I need You infinitely more than You need me. Yet You chose me before I knew You. Amazing! Hold on to me. Keep me in Your love, in Your will, and in Your way. Help me to live for You today. I can’t change what was, and I can’t control what will be. Help me to value the time that You give me, moment by moment, so that I will spend it doing things of eternal value, not storing up treasures on earth, not entertaining myself, not indulging my selfishness, not passing the time to pass the time. Put me to work doing Your work, whatever You would have me do. I’m willing and available, even if not qualified or able.

You are my strength, my rock, my fortress, my refuge, and my shield. Of whom then shall I be afraid? You love me with a perfect love, more than I could ever earn or deserve. Thank You, Father. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

by Sylvia Gunter
Written by: Charley Gunter
used by permission

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Our Strong Tower

Surplus and Deficit