Psalm 31:1-5
In you, O Lord, I seek refuge; do not let me ever be put to shame;
in your righteousness deliver me.
Incline your ear to me; rescue me speedily.
Be a rock of refuge for me, a strong fortress to save me.
You are indeed my rock and my fortress; for your name’s sake lead me and guide me,
take me out of the net that is hidden for me, for you are my refuge.
Into your hand I commit my spirit; you have redeemed me, O Lord, faithful God.

Reflection:
I am inspired to imagine God as assuredly as the psalmist does with metaphors of rock and fortress. The writer knows exactly what God can do in his life.

In my morning prayer I ask for God to guide me through the day, and ask for help in turning my will over to my Higher Power. But by nightfall, I am asking God to forgive the times I have allowed self-will to run riot, when I have fallen into ‘the net that is hidden…’, and I am reminded to seek refuge in God’s mercy through Jesus Christ.

It isn’t easy navigating life’s expectations and demands but this psalm takes the guesswork out of knowing God and seeking refuge and help in God’s fortress.

Prayer:
Dear Lord, it is a comfort to look to you as my rock of refuge. Please help me to truly understand Your power to guide my life and lead me thru this day. Amen

– Barbara Myers