Steadfast Love
"How precious is Your lovingkindness, O God! The children of men take refuge in the shadow of Your wings."
— Psalm 36:7, AMP
There are times when I’m not sure what to read in the Bible. For some reason, I often find myself drawn back to the book of Psalms. I’m always encouraged and uplifted when I read them. Those writings lead my heart to a place of praise, thanksgiving, and gratitude. In the passage above, David speaks to God about His lovingkindness and how we can find refuge in Him.
Sometimes, we find ourselves in a season where everything feels right with God and life is going well—only to suddenly enter a season where we wonder, “God, where are You?” We know God is always present, yet something in our spirit feels unsettled. I was in that kind of season when I came across the verse above, and my heart was lifted. He is our refuge, even when it doesn’t feel like it. I remember praying, “God, I thank You that You are my refuge, and I am seeking You because I feel empty.” In that moment, God reminded me of the story of Jacob.
Do you remember when Jacob fled from home because his brother Esau planned to kill him? (Genesis 28) Esau was angry because Jacob had stolen his blessing. Isaac, their father, sent Jacob away to Padan Aram to find a wife. On his journey, Jacob stopped for the night, using a stone for a pillow. While he slept, God met him there, speaking encouragement and revealing his future. In that moment, Jacob was resting in the refuge of God—under the shadow of His wings. God’s love is so steadfast and unshakable that He meets us in our most desperate moments, pouring out peace, direction, and joy—even when we don’t deserve it.
When the Lord called Moses up Mount Sinai to give him the commandments a second time, He proclaimed:
"The Lord, the Lord, a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness, keeping steadfast love for thousands, forgiving iniquity and transgression and sin…" — Exodus 34
In Psalm 36, David echoes the very words God spoke to Moses, proclaiming God’s own declaration about Himself!
What joy fills our hearts when we return to Scripture and remember that God Himself said His love for us is unchanging. He is faithful, keeping His promises to each one of us. Let me encourage you—as I encourage myself—God’s love is precious, steadfast, and unchanging. He is forever in love with us! Hallelujah!
Key Takeaways
In the midst of difficulty, God’s love never changes.
We are protected from danger, trouble, and pursuit.
He knows how to find us wherever we are.
Affirmations: Matthew 10:20; Luke 24:32; Ephesians 6:19; Isaiah 55:11
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