My Rock

In you, LORD, I take refuge; let me never be put to shame. In your justice rescue and deliver me; listen to me and save me! Be my rock of refuge, my stronghold to give me safety; for you are my rock and fortress. In today's reading, the Psalmist sounds overwhelmed, distressed, and desperate. It is during these times when we take "refuge" in the Lord. Often there is no where else to turn. Others, even loved ones, trusted ones don't understand or disappoint us. But God is our "rock and fortress." What is the deeper meaning here? Sometimes we look for refuge in other things - I'm big on getting approval from others and can also be a controlling perfectionist. Approval and control become my refuge and they are poor substitutes for God's loving care. Embracing God as My Rock is something that comes easily in the midst of crisis, but an even better approach is to rely on God daily, even moment to moment. Taking refuge in God all the time is a great way for me to prevent a crisis.