HELP....IN TIGHT PLACES

"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble"
Psalm 46:1-3

This assurance from the Lord ought to take care of all of our fears and
problems. God is our refuge--He hides us. God is our strength--He helps
us. These two go together. At times in our lives we need a refuge. The
storm is blowing and the battle is raging, and we have to run somewhere to
hide. It's not a sin to hide, but it is a sin to stay hidden. God hides us
so that He can help us. Then we can return to the battle and face the
storm. This is not escape but rejuvenation.

The Old Testament contains 21 different Hebrew words for trouble. Here the
word trouble means "in tight places." If you are in a tight place today,
let me suggest that you run by faith to Jesus. But don't go to Him to
escape. Go there and tell Him, "Lord, I want to go back to the battle. I
want to go back to my work. I want to carry the burdens of life, but you
have to give me the strength." Then you can claim this marvelous promise
of verse 1.

Notice the conclusion: "Therefore we will not fear" (v. 2). When God is
available as your refuge and your strength, you have nothing to fear. Take
time to run to the Lord.

Are circumstances overwhelming you? Take refuge in the Lord. He will
enable you to continue with renewed strength and confidence.