Where can we find a safe place?
For in you my soul takes refuge; In the shadow of your wings I will take refuge, Till the storms of destruction pass by. Psalm 57:1
Redeeming Lord,
We pray for all who need a safe place right now,
not just any safe place,
but the safest place of resting
in your mercy and grace.
While many throughout the world
are seeking to find safe places,
after homes and lives were destroyed in war and natural disasters,
others throughout the world have suffered the destruction
of families, careers, relationships, lives.
When we feel that our souls are “in the midst of lions”
or that we “lie down amid fiery beasts” (Ps. 57:4),
may we cry out to you, “God Most High” (Ps. 57:2).
For indeed, you will send from the heavens and save us;
you have already “put to shame the one who tramples on us” (Ps. 57:3).
You have shown us your “steadfast love and faithfulness”
in Jesus (Ps. 57:3), our one true safe place,
our refuge at all times.
You have cast your weighted blanket of glory across the earth,
and our souls awaken with new hope
to sing your praises (Ps. 57:6-8).
In Jesus’ safe name we pray. Amen.
Read Psalm 57.
