Earlier in my study of the word “right” I was introduced to right meaning steadfast and firm and that it was a symbol and used in protection. This is not lost on me here this morning.
“8My soul clings to you; your right hand upholds me.” – Psalm 63:8 (ESV)
David laments the fact that he is in the wilderness and without sleep and constantly on alert. He is “running for his life” and yet, he knows that God is with him. He knows that he is out there physically on his own, but God is there with him spiritually and that gives him comfort. So much so does he know the power of God he exclaims that God’s “right hand” is there to protect and lift him up in this time of need.
Thankfully for me, God provides the same as He did for David. The LORD is here for me in all of my times. As we see with David above, He is there to protect me and gives the strength I need to be lifted up. When things are in what we would consider a dire time, God gives His “right hand” to us as uplifting and protecting. God gives me His hand to love at all times and when needed He gives me His “right hand”. What a wonderful God is He. Giving what I need most at all times. Whether a simple loving embrace, or a shield of protection with a side of fighting the battle for me. God is good.
I am not deserving of that which God gives and can only be thankful for it all. He knows my needs at all times and will give me His “right hand” when the situation calls for it. Thank you God for being my guide and protector and guiding and shielding me with not just your hand, but your right hand.
When you need it, where are you looking for guidance and protection? Are you still trying to do things on your own? What if you were to know and yield to the hands of God in your life and situations?
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