You are my refuge and my shield…

by Pastor Dave Harris

You are my refuge and my shield; I have put my hope in your word. Psalm 119: 114 In this dry part of the year, the day begins to get darker. We are going into winter that sometimes can be a very dreary time of the year. The holiday season could be a time for some to remember our lost loved ones or a reminder of not so great experiences. All of this could take a toll on our mental, physical, and spiritual state of mind. However, this time is also a season of thankfulness and hope. We are thankful for hope in our Savior. He is the bright light during this somewhat dreary time of the year. The Bible tells us that he is our refuge (meaning shelter) and shield. It says that when we feel down and out, we need to put our hope in His Word. His Word reminds us that we can run to Him. Men or women may fail us, but God’s Word remains the same. He has never left us - we need to remind ourselves that he is our shelter and our covering amid our dry days.