This world is a dangerous place to live. No one will make it out alive. Yet the Christian need not be worried, fearful, hateful, or bitter. Instead, believers in Jesus are to be loving, joyful, peaceful, patient, kind, good, faithful, gentle, and temperate.

The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe.

Proverbs 18:10

To maintain these qualities during difficulties, people must turn to God as their refuge and seek the counsel of the Holy Spirit. Today’s verse depicts the Lord as a tower that serves as both a place of shelter as well as protection. As you run to Him, you also realize God does not think like humans do. He looks at people and circumstances from an eternal perspective. He’s not overly concerned about His children being comfortable. He’s more concerned for eternal souls.

Set your mind to think like the Lord. Ask Him to fill you with His love for anyone who crosses your path, and to give you the words to help turn hearts to Jesus. Intercede for your brothers and sisters in Christ to respond in love to the weighty problems before this nation. Then pray for God’s will to be done in the United States, even amidst the dangers.

Recommended Reading: Galatians 5:16-25

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