SPEAKER_00: Where would you stay is your safe place to turn to when life's circumstances get challenging?
SPEAKER_00: Who or what do you gravitate toward in these difficult moments?
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.
SPEAKER_00: Nothing besides God will satisfy our need for safety and strength when we face challenging times in life.
SPEAKER_00: Today, let's focus our attention on God as our refuge.
SPEAKER_00: Take a moment to thank God that He is your refuge.
SPEAKER_00: Praise Him that His strength is greater than any challenge you face.
SPEAKER_00: Instead of trying to solve it right now, imagine placing that situation in God's care.
SPEAKER_00: Ask him to remind you that he is your refuge in the middle of it.
SPEAKER_00: Now, ask God to strengthen your heart so that when pressure rises, your first instinct is to turn toward Him.
SPEAKER_00: Repeat after me, Lord, you are my refuge and my strength.
SPEAKER_00: You are present in every trouble I face.
SPEAKER_00: I place my trust in you today.
SPEAKER_00: Thank you for being my safe place.
SPEAKER_00: Amen.