“As the mountains surround Jerusalem,
so the Lord surrounds his people,
from this time forth and forevermore.”
– Psalm 125:2
The Bible uses so many figures of speech to communicate this glorious truth. God’s love for His people is steadfast, faithful, and loyal in ways we can’t even fully comprehend. He is our rock, our refuge, our strength, our shield, our protector. He shields, shelters, guards, and protects His people spiritually like immovable mountains, like a great bird hiding us in its wings, like a fortress, like a rock, like a strong tower.
All we have to do to enjoy God’s steadfast protection and presence is to not wander away. Not go chasing after other things that take the place of God in our hearts, minds, energy, and attention. Not reject God’s leadership, lordship, and good will for our lives.
It seems so simple. Such a gracious offer – follow Him, obey Him, enjoy Him. And yet, we often ignore or reject the offer outright to follow ourselves, obey ourselves, and enjoy ourselves. Until we, hopefully, wake up and realize that hasn’t worked out at all. It’s so much wiser just to accept the grace of God and let Him be all that He has promised to be in Scripture. #FollowJesus