An Ever-Present Help

"God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." Ps 46:1

"We want these words to be automatic when trouble comes knocking. What do they mean? That God can be found when we need him. Don't forget that he was found by the Israelites who were not even looking. How much more will he be found by those who call out to him in their desperation. 


"Here is the challenge. When you call out, you might feel like he isn't present or easily found. That is the nature of pain. The worse it is, the more alone you feel. But this is at a time when the words of God most override your feelings. There are times when we listen to our feelings and times when we don't. This is a time when we don't. Instead, whenever there is a clash between our sensory experience and the promises of God, the promises of God win. The one who says, "Verily, verily" can be trusted. Call out and he will be found when you need him." 


Ed Welch, Running Scared