Sunday 19 July 2015

Ever Present Help In Time of Trouble



We may apply it to spiritual enemies, and the encouragement we have that, through Christ, we shall be conquerors over them. 2Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change And though the mountains slip into the heart of the sea;…

Unlike us, God knows what will happen tomorrow, next week, next year, the next decade. Let those be troubled at the troubling of the waters, who build their confidence on a floating foundation; but let not those be alarmed who are led to the Rock, and there find firm footing. Then they cried out to the Lord in their trouble, And He saved them out of their distresses.

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In our times of trouble and uncertainty we should be reminded that this Glorified God-Man is at the same time our God, our brother, our hero, our Savior, and our Lord. God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.

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Inspirational Bible verses, minister to your soul. Hearing the Word of God will give you strength and add life and wellness to you body, soul and spirit.

God's Word tells us, "The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.

NLTFor the choir director: A song of the descendants of Korah, to be sung by soprano voices. God is able to deliver you from all your enemies. He says, "I am God, and there is no one like me, declaring the end from the beginning."1 He knows what will happen in the world. More importantly, He knows what will occur in your life and can be there for you, if you've chosen to include Him in your life. Today's study will be our final study of chapter one of the Book of Revelation. He cares for those who trust in him."5 And, "The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. From Revelation chapter one, we learn that Jesus is also the "Ever-Present-Help-in-Times-of-Trouble-King"! He sits at God's right hand, but is close and with us by His Spirit.

Ps 107:12-15 They fell down, and there was none to help. He says, "you will seek Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart."3

In our last study we learned how Jesus was revealed in Revelation chapter one was revealed as the Speaking King, who ever lives to instruct and to teach His Church through His Word and by His Spirit. God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. It is promised that the church shall not be moved. He tells us that He can be "our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble."2 But we must make a sincere effort to seek Him. God is a very present help at a time when you need Him the most. We should be reminded that Jesus Christ is near to us and to His congregations. The river alludes to the graces and consolations of the Holy Spirit, which flow through every part of the church, and through God's sacred ordinances, gladdening the heart of every believer. In fact, he is so close to His people that He indwells them by His Spirit (John 15)! We should never fear the Lord's presence or anything else in the world. If God be in our hearts, by his word dwelling richly in us, we shall be established, we shall be helped; let us trust and not be afraid. But He truly is close to us by His Spirit. He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them."6

Verses 1-5 This psalm encourages to hope and trust in God; in his power and providence, and his gracious presence with his church in the worst of times. Here is joy to the church, even in sorrowful times. He is a Help, a present Help, a Help found, one whom we have found to be so; a Help at hand, one that is always near; we cannot desire a better, nor shall we ever find the like in any creature. We will focus today on the presence of Jesus Christ with and among His people. As he revealed himself walking among the congregations (lampstands) in Revelation chapters 1-3, so he still walks with and among us today! He meant what he said when he promised that he would never leave us nor forsake us!

For the choir director: A song of the descendants of Korah, to be sung by soprano voices. To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth. Meditate on the Word of God and let Him heal and sooth your soul. A Song. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

God is Our Refuge and Strength1For the choir director. A Psalm of the sons of Korah, set to Alamoth.

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