Longing for Some Shade?

"The LORD watches over you-the LORD is your shade at your right hand; the sun will not harm you by day, nor the moon by night."  Psalm 121:5 (NIV)

In this summer heat, isn't it nice to find a spot in the shade where you can feel a cool breeze and be sheltered from the sun?  Shade can make the difference between sweltering and comfortable...well, maybe in the hottest of times, at least bearable!

When the fires...the trials...the testing of this life seem to be too hot to handle, what a blessing to know that "He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty."  Psalm 91:1  Just think about that!!!  He, the LORD, is our shade.  It's in His shadow that we can rest.  Can you imagine how big that shadow is!?!?!?

Are you dwelling in His shelter?  Are you seeking Him as your refuge and your strength?  Are you trusting Him enough to find rest?  Are you crying out to Him in prayer?  Praising Him even though the fires rage?  Are you seeking comfort in His Word?  Run to Him.  "He is a shield for all who take refuge in Him."  2 Samuel 22:31.

Great and mighty God, allow us to rest in Your shadow.  "Spread Your protection over [us] that [we] who love Your Name may rejoice in You."  Psalm 5:11  You are mighty to save!  We love you!