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<v SPEAKER_00>Where would you stay is your safe place to turn to when life's circumstances get challenging?

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<v SPEAKER_00>Who or what do you gravitate toward in these difficult moments?

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<v SPEAKER_00>Today we're going to read Psalm 46.1, which reminds us God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Nothing besides God will satisfy our need for safety and strength when we face challenging times in life.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Today, let's focus our attention on God as our refuge.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Take a moment to thank God that He is your refuge.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Praise Him that His strength is greater than any challenge you face.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Instead of trying to solve it right now, imagine placing that situation in God's care.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Ask him to remind you that he is your refuge in the middle of it.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Now, ask God to strengthen your heart so that when pressure rises, your first instinct is to turn toward Him.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Repeat after me, Lord, you are my refuge and my strength.

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<v SPEAKER_00>You are present in every trouble I face.

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<v SPEAKER_00>I place my trust in you today.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Thank you for being my safe place.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Amen.