Psalm
132:14
This
is my rest for ever: here will I dwell; for I have desired it.
The
climb was steep and treacherous, and there were no level places to stop. The
sun was beating down, and the two climbers were exhausted. Both were beginning
to question the wisdom of the climb. Just as they began to despair of ever
making it alive, a ledge jutted into the cliff, and both climbers pulled
themselves up onto it. There, in the cool shade cast by the rock, the climbers
were renewed and strengthened, enabled to finish their ascent.
The
Lord provides us with a place to rest in this climb of ours through life. He
welcomes us, shades us, protects us, and enables us to go forth strengthened
and renewed. We are never far from this rest. All we need do is turn to the
Lord, and He will grant us respite.
Prayer:
Lord, take me into Your loving arms to comfort and energize me. I get so tired
sometimes, and I need a place to escape. Help me to turn inward, to dwell with
Christ, and to draw upon His power. Amen.
