In what ways can we "run to" God during life's challenges? Key Verse “The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.” (Proverbs 18:10) Grasping the Picture of the Strong Tower • Ancient cities built tall, fortified towers—places of unquestioned security. • Solomon points to the covenant name of the LORD (YHWH) as the believer’s ultimate refuge. • “Run to” implies urgency, movement, and trust; the righteous don’t merely stroll, they sprint into God’s protection. Ways We Can Run to God • Prayerful Cry – Pour out every fear, doubt, and need (Philippians 4:6-7). – Address Him by name; His character is the tower. • Immersion in His Word – Read, memorize, and meditate (Psalm 119:11). – Scripture shifts focus from crisis to Christ. • Whole-hearted Worship – Praise redirects the soul from problems to the Problem-Solver (Psalm 95:1-3). – Singing truth fortifies faith. • Christ-centered Fellowship – Share burdens with believers who point you back to Him (Hebrews 10:24-25). – Corporate encouragement keeps feet moving toward the tower. • Immediate Obedience – Align choices with His commands (John 14:15). – Obedience places life under the canopy of His blessing. • Restful Surrender – Cast every anxiety on Him because He cares (1 Peter 5:7). – Trust His sovereignty rather than striving in self-reliance. Promises That Bolster Our Run • “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1) • “I will say to the LORD, ‘You are my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.’” (Psalm 91:2) • “Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence.” (Hebrews 4:16) • “Those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength.” (Isaiah 40:31) Putting It into Practice Today 1. Begin the day with open Bible and open heart—ten focused minutes in a Gospel passage. 2. Turn every anxious thought into a sentence prayer; don’t let it linger unspoken. 3. Choose a worship song that exalts His name; sing it when worry surfaces. 4. Text or call a trusted believer; invite them to speak Scripture over you. 5. Take one concrete step of obedience—confess sin, set a boundary, or extend forgiveness. 6. Before sleep, recount three ways God proved Himself a strong tower today. Running to God is not a one-time dash but a lifelong habit. Every crisis, big or small, becomes an invitation to sprint again into the unshakeable safety of His name. |
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