A refuge is a place safely out of harm’s way. A fortress is a fortified building that is virtually impenetrable by conventional means.
Martin Luther wrote a wonderful hymn that says, “A mighty fortress is our God; a bulwark never failing. Our helper He amidst the flood; of mortal ills prevailing.” What a statement about the magnificent power and protection of God. I bet you were like me and even reading the above statement, in my head I sang it. What a wonderful gift from God.
Does God care for you and me? Can we turn to Him in trust and faith when troubles and temptations threaten to overwhelm us? Yes – a thousand times yes! What great proof do we need than that He sent His son, Jesus Christ, to die in our place? Thanks be to God!
