Day 364: Psalm 61- A Higher Rock

Hear my cry, O God, listen to my prayer; 2 from the end of the earth I call to you when my heart is faint. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I, 3 for you have been my refuge, a strong tower against the enemy. 4 Let me dwell in your tent forever!  Let me take refuge under the shelter of your wings! Selah

5 For you, O God, have heard my vows; you have given me the heritage of those who fear your name. 6 Prolong the life of the king; may his years endure to all generations! 7 May he be enthroned forever before God; appoint steadfast love and faithfulness to watch over him! 8 So will I ever sing praises to your name, as I perform my vows day after day.
 
Meditation
Flash floods flow from heavy spring and summer rains. Tsunamis result from the seismic shifting of the earth under the sea. When storms of life come upon us and flood our world, when the earth shakes beneath our feet causing tidal waves of worry in our lives, we must find higher ground.  Grace gives ground on which we can stand.
 
God is revealed as a “Rock higher” than ourselves (2). We cry to Him and He hears our prayers (1). The Lord is our refuge in the storms of life, a strong tower for our security (3). We find refuge under His wings (4).
 
David’s prayer for the life of the king (6) points to the greater King who is enthroned forever, Jesus Christ (7).  Jesus is the rock we build our lives upon, one that will not shift in seismic activity and will weather every storm (Matthew 7:15).
 
We can sing in the storms when Jesus our Savior is our rock (8). Yes, we can dance in the rain, knowing our foundation will not change. The word of Jesus controls the storms of life (Mark 4:34-41). In this world we will have troubles, but Jesus has overcome the world and offers peace.  Jesus invites us to stand on the ground of His grace and His word of promise, a higher rock than ourselves.
 
Richly Dwelling
-Are you overwhelmed by the flash floods or seismic shifts of life? Where and why?
 
-Psalm 61 is a prayer FOR security as it is a prayer of thanksgiving for security. Use the language of the Psalm to inform and form your requests and thanksgiving.
 
-Jesus is the Rock. How can you thank Him for the power of His word, the surety of His foundation, and the peace He promises? Practice gratitude to grow in faith.
 
Key Verse
2 from the end of the earth I call to you when my heart is faint. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I,