In Psalm 46, which we read for our first lesson, we read that God can be our refuge. The Lord can be our safest and most dependable sanctuary. The Hebrew word for refuge gives the message that the Lord can be our hope, trust, and shelter. The Lord is the source of our security and strength. Regardless of where or to whom we turn for encouragement, the Lord alone is the one that works through the means to bring us comfort.
Strength depends upon the feeling of security.
When we have a dependable place to go to when difficulties arise, we are more self-confident in executing the tasks we are called upon to perform. When the Lord is in the center of our lives, we will sense His presence that will make us safe and strong in withstanding the attacks that evil spirits will wage against us. This is why the Psalm states that the Lord is a very present help in the time of trouble. The Lord comes forth when we are weak and vulnerable. The Lord is actually with us when we are attacked or in distress.