"God is our is our refuge, and strength, a very present help in trouble."
Psalm 46:1 also reminds us that God is "a very present help in trouble." "Very present" is also translated: "A helper Who is always found in times of trouble." There is never a time in our lives when we cannot depend on God, for He is "very present." The Israelites found this to be true when they came to the Red Sea in their escape from Egypt. This would appear to be an inescapable problem, but the "very present" God divided the Red Sea for them to pass through. For the next forty years the Israelites had to depend on God to be "very present." He even provided manna for them to eat during their journey. God was there for every step that the Israelite made in their journey to Canaan. Peter found this to be true when he stepped out of his fishing vessel to go to Jesus on the stormy sea. The "very present" Lord Jesus Christ took his hand and lifted him up from the sea. Peter intrinsically knew that the Lord Jesus was "very present" and would save him. If we have lived close to Jesus, we can also recall times when He has lifted us out of "troubled waters." (I can also recall times when I had to swim out of the troubled waters because I didn't look up for Jesus' helping hand. Perhaps you can recall such times in your life.) We just need to always remember that our Lord is also available to us in times of trouble, and at all of the times of our lives. You will find that God always available in your life. In fact He is present in your life at this very moment. I don't know what troubles and problems you are facing today, but if you will reach out you will find Jesus available to help carry you over, around, or through this moment. Just as God was there for the Israelites and for Peter, He is available to you. He is aware of whatever challenges you are facing today, and He will carry through. Selah Bro. Joe
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