When in trouble

“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1 (NIV)

Remember “God is” promises

The above passages gives us four  “God is” promises to remember when in trouble.

1. God is our refuge. A refuge is defined as a shelter or protection from danger or distress. Psalm 91:2 says, “I will say to the LORD, ‘My refuge and my fortress, My God, in whom I trust!’” 

2. God is our strength. Strength is the quality or state of being strong. Phil. 4:13 says, “I can do all things through him who strengthens me. “

3. God is ever present. Josh. 1:9  says,  “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous! Do not tremble or be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”

4. God is our help. Isa. 41:10 says, “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

Therefore…

“Our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.” (2 Cor. 4:17-18 NIV)

Quote:

“You have need to pray to God, not only to help you in your troubles--but to help you in your blessings.” - Charles Spurgeon