In what ways can we rely on God's strength when facing life's difficulties? The scene in Psalm 18:7 “Then the earth shook and quaked, and the foundations of the mountains trembled; they were shaken because He burned with anger.” (Psalm 18:7) What the shaking tells us about God’s strength • His power is not abstract; it moves creation itself. • If mountains cannot resist Him, neither can the burdens that threaten to crush us. • David wrote this after deliverance from Saul (see the psalm’s title), so the quake is a picture of how decisively God intervenes for His people. How to lean on that strength in our own trials 1. Remember His unmatched might – Psalm 18:2: “The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer…” – Let every worry face the reality of God’s greater power. 2. Stand firm, expecting deliverance – Exodus 14:13: “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the LORD’s salvation…” – Waiting on Him is active trust, not passive resignation. 3. Admit weakness and invite His power – 2 Corinthians 12:9-10: “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness… For when I am weak, then I am strong.” – Honesty about need opens the door for divine strength. 4. Draw fresh energy through hope – Isaiah 40:29-31: “He gives power to the faint… those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength…” – Hope anchored in God revives body and soul. 5. Speak Scripture to your situation – Psalm 46:1: “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble.” – His Word steadies the heart when circumstances shake. 6. Rely on Christ’s indwelling power – Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.” – His presence turns impossible tasks into achievable steps. 7. Armor up daily – Ephesians 6:10: “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.” – Prayer, truth, righteousness, faith, and the Word form the protective gear (vv. 11-17). 8. Keep moving forward – Habakkuk 3:19: “GOD the Lord is my strength; He makes my feet like those of a deer; He enables me to tread on the heights.” – His strength is not just defensive; it propels us to higher ground. Practical takeaways for the week • Start each morning by reading a verse about God’s power and speaking it aloud. • List current challenges, then write beside each one: “Mountains tremble before Him.” • When anxiety spikes, breathe slowly and repeat Psalm 46:1 until peace returns. • Share a recent experience of God’s help with a fellow believer; mutual testimony reinforces trust. Final encouragement The God who makes the earth quake in Psalm 18:7 has not changed. Every difficulty that shakes us is still subject to the Lord who shakes mountains. Lean into Him—His strength is ready, personal, and more than enough for whatever you face today. |
    |