"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the seas; though the waters therefore roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof." (Ps. 46:1-3)

We as faithful Christians can be at peace and rest in His assurances. Throughout all eternity, those who have remained loyal and true to his teachings will reap their glorious reward. God has created a beautiful place called Heaven for his saints. Even in our weakest or most trying moments, God is always there to help us. God is the anchor of our souls.  He is one that is unmovable.

"That by two immutable things, in which it was impossible for God to lie, we might have a strong consolation, who have fled for refuge to lay hold upon the hope set before us. Which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast."
(Heb. 6: 18-19)

It's our duty to learn how to trust and rely on Him. God loves us so much. When we are faced with temptations, He has provided a way of escape. If we'll allow Him to abide in us, we'll be able to recognize this way of resistance to Satan.

Satan is very sly and he knows us all so well. His temptations were designed precisely for us. He will tempt each one of us differently knowing where we're the weakest. This is why it is so important that we strive for the trusting faith that God desires for us to have.

"Therefore hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man; but, God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will  temptation also make a way to escape that ye may be able to bear it." (1 Cor. 10:13)

ISBS Ladies Daily Devotional
01/20/05