(0350) 03 June 2007Psalm 9 : 9The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Those who know Your name will trust in You, for You, LORD, have never forsaken those who seek You
Sunday, June 03, 2007
HE is my fortress
A stronghold is a place that is well armed and is not easily overtaken.God promises to be our stronghold and looks after us when oppression or trouble comes. Throughout the Bible, we learn a lot about God, His majesty and His power, and these characteristics greatly strengthened our faith and build up our trust. We soon learn to declare these strengths over our circumstances and in the course of doing so, we also become strengthened. This is how the Holy Spirit works to draw us closer to God, to be like Christ. Psalm 27 : 1The LORD is the stronghold of my life-.... (Psalm 27:1b)