Psalm 118:5-14
Out of my distress I called on the LORD; the LORD answered me and set me free. The LORD is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me? The LORD is on my side as my helper; I shall look in triumph on those who hate me. It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man. It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in princes. All nations surrounded me; in the name of the LORD I cut them off! They surrounded me, surrounded me on every side; in the name of the LORD I cut them off! They surrounded me like bees; they went out like a fire among thorns; in the name of the LORD I cut them off! I was pushed hard, so that I was falling, but the LORD helped me. The LORD is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation.
Lord, You are my refuge against all the assaults of man and devil. When it seems that I must bend under the load and the attacks, You remind me that You are my strength and shield; that I only have to turn to You and find peace and guidance. It is according to Your Word that I must order my life; it is according to Your Word that I must trust for all knowledge and wisdom. You have set my feet upon a level and broad path. I must trust You in all things.
Today’s readings in the Psalms:
Morning: Psalm 32
Mid-day: 119:169-176
Evening: Psalm 107
