Today, the Lord again brought to my attention the beauty and power of meditating on individual words. The word He pointed out was continually. Psalm 71, vs. 3, reads, "Be thou my strong habitation, whereunto I may continually resort." Vs. 6 says, "My praise shall be continually of thee." Vs. 14, But I will hope continually."
The habit of praise, hope, and security is uplifting and full of spiritual comfort. God's faithfulness and immutability mean we can continually come to Him. He is always there, never leaving or forsaking us, no matter our circumstances.
Dick Brogden wrote, "Conflict with the enemy and comfort from God are both continual. Our response is continual praise."
While I agree that the enemy is always at work, I don't want to look at life like that. I try to avoid the enemy and keep him away from my home and mind. But I had to agree, he is always lurking in the shadows, but my God lives in the light! I can continually come to Him for comfort and assurance. He always has my back, and I can praise Him even in the darkness because He is light - in Him, there is no darkness!
He is my habitation, where I escape the world and the enemy. He is that strong tower where I can run in and be safe. I can continually go there. He never tires of me!
Praise is not just a comforting habit; it's a powerful weapon against the enemy. He can't linger when I sing praise to God, quote Scripture, or even confess my sins. These actions repel the enemy, so God's praise is continually on my lips, empowering me in my spiritual journey!
And hope? It's not just a fleeting feeling; it's a constant companion in every circumstance, for God is fully able. Even when things don't work out the way I think they should, there is still hope, as my God knows all things and works all things according to the purpose of His will (Ephesians 1:11). Because my hope is in Him, I yield to His sovereignty and wisdom continually.
Dick Brogden beautifully portrays Psalm 71, 'God is our continual refuge, our continual strength, and our continual comfort.' God's faithfulness and continuance are our secure foundation. Embrace the spirit of praise today, and let Him be your refuge, strength, and continual comfort, providing you with a sense of security and reassurance on your spiritual journey.
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