#godismyrefuge

[troubledontlast1]

Proverbs 18:10 The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run into it and are safe. #godwillgiveyoustrength Psalm 46:1-3 God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging. #godismystrenghth Psalm 34:17 When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears, and rescues them from all their troubles. #godismystrength 29 He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. 30 Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; 31 but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.- Isaiah 40:29-31 #godsmystrength 🔥Subscribe to my YouTube channel and podcast,👉🏾"Uplift Past Crossroads"👈🏾🔥 Befriend me on Facebook/LinkedIn = Sean Christopher Jenkins 🔥Follow👉🏾@troubledontlast 👈🏾IG/Twitter/Snap/TikTok for more🔥 Turn on Post Notification - Like - Comment - Share - Save #repost @believe.to.jesus ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ . . Follow my other Instagram accounts: Subscribe to YouTube(in bio)👉🏾@my_daily_bible👈🏾 Subscribe to podcast(in bio)👉🏾@upliftpastcrossroads👈🏾 YouTube👉🏾@upliftwithdrj👈🏾 Fashion👉🏾@glamourmeetsgq👈🏾 . . 👤 Tag a friend who would like this page ⬇️ ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ #christian #christians #christianity #christianquotes #christianquotesdaily #christianquote #christianposts #christianpost #christianliving #christianlife #christianlifestyle #godismystrenght #thelordismystrength #thelordismystrengthandmyshield #godismyrefuge #godismyrefugeandstrength #myhelpcomesfromthelord #myhelpcomethfromthelord #wheniamweaktheniamstrong #wheniamweakheisstrong #icandoallthingsthroughchrist #icandoallthingsthroughchristwhostrengthensme #godsstrength #godspower #godsstrengthnotmine (at Nashville, Tennessee) https://www.instagram.com/p/CNpv9pQFG7d/?igshid=wiqrw8ff0lp2

[thedustyscholar]

“My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from him. He only is my rock and my salvation: he is my defence; I shall not be moved. In God is my salvation and my glory: the rock of my strength, and my refuge, is in God. Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Selah.” ‭‭Psalms‬ ‭62:5-8‬ ‭⛰ This is the prayer of David that touched God’s heart. David says, “Wait on God only. Expect help from no other source. He alone must be your source, your only hope and defense. Only He can supply you with the strength to keep going until your answer comes.” When you become wholly dependent on the Lord alone—when you stop looking for man to help you and trust God to supernaturally meet you—nothing will be able to shake you. Nothing can move you into depression and pits of despair. David declared, “He is my defense; I shall not be moved” (Psalm 62:6). Now comes the heart of it all, the secret to prevailing prayer that every saint throughout history has learned—the pouring out of the heart before the Lord. “Trust in Him at all times, you people; pour out your heart before Him; God is a refuge for us” (Psalm 62:8). God will hear and answer you when He sees you are willing to shut off all outer distractions for a season, pour your heart out before Him and trust that He will respond Excerpt from: "God Is Faithful: A Daily Invitation into the Father Heart of God" by David Wilkerson. 📷gautiersalles #christiandevotional #psalm62 #godismyrefuge #trustinggod #godismyhealer #godrestores #yhvhishisname #davidwilkerson #godisfaithful #godhears #instaprayer #walkbyfaithnotbysight https://www.instagram.com/p/B0BFjP7FRnU/?igshid=4nia0ifmfq6i

[thewisdomofsolomon]

Stronger Than Fear: Finding Unshakable Refuge in a Chaotic World

Yes, the world often feels turbulent. Wars, crime, economic pressures, political division, health scares, and rapid change can trigger a deep sense of vulnerability. That unease is human and widespread—data from global surveys consistently shows elevated anxiety levels in recent years.

Faith traditions, particularly Christianity, have long addressed this directly. Scripture frequently portrays God as a refuge:

"The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I trust." (Psalm 18:2)

"God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." (Psalm 46:1)

Jesus' words: "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." (John 14:27)

For millions, this creates a psychological and spiritual anchor. Belief in a sovereign, loving God who sees suffering and ultimately redeems it can reduce chronic fear by reframing threats as temporary against an eternal perspective. Studies in psychology of religion (e.g., on "religious coping") often find that intrinsic faith correlates with lower anxiety, greater resilience after trauma, and stronger community support—practical benefits that aren't dependent on proving metaphysical claims. Prayer, worship, and belonging to a congregation can calm the nervous system and combat isolation.

At the same time, a truth-seeking approach recognizes that faith isn't the only refuge, nor does it exempt anyone from prudence. History shows believers suffering alongside non-believers; disasters and evil don't selectively spare the faithful. Complementary paths include:

Reason and evidence: Understanding probabilities (most people in stable countries live safer lives than ever, by metrics like violence rates or life expectancy) can shrink exaggerated fears.

Agency: Building skills, securing your environment, fostering relationships, and supporting institutions that reduce chaos.

Philosophy/Stoicism: Focusing on what you control—your responses, character, and daily choices—while accepting what you don't.

Community: Shared values and mutual aid, whether religious or secular.

Many integrate faith with these: trusting God while locking doors, saving money, voting thoughtfully, or seeking therapy. The refuge of faith doesn't require denying observable reality; it can coexist with clear-eyed assessment.

If you're wrestling with fear, practical next steps could be:

Identifying specific threats vs. vague dread.

Connecting with a supportive faith community if that resonates.

Or exploring cognitive tools for anxiety management alongside whatever worldview gives you meaning.

The desire for safety is universal. Faith offers one profound answer for many. Reason, courage, and human connection offer others. What aspect of this feels most pressing for you right now?

[ivory-claire]

Invest your time in God‘s work.

#investingtime #Godisgood

[thebrightword]

Safety isn’t found in control or comfort — it’s in God’s presence. His name is your refuge and strength. Call on God’s name today. When you do, peace follows.

[tyej49]

[mematterstomeonly]

God happened.

“I regret every wrong decision I made in the past, if I could, I would like to turn back the time to correct every worst things I did and make my life less sinful.”

“I hate the way I felt when I was younger, my insecurities swallowed me whole and the baseless loneliness due to self-pity made me think of the unspeakable thought that will surely make my family heart broken.”

“I was in a darkest place for a long time, I could see a glimpse of light but never focused on it, I thought I will never escape such place as I was too immersed on my emotions that I feel like I am drowning, I could not breathe, I could not feel the beauty of everyone surrounding me as I only know the emptiness of my heart.”

Getting out of the most horrible point in my life is the hardest thing, which I cannot even imagine I would be able to escape from it. I may look different with the people I am with, I smile, I laugh and it was a genuine feeling at the moment I am with them, when I am alone in my room thoughts keep running in my head, the emptiness I am feeling, the sorrow that I don’t even know where it came from, the anxiety that builds up over the time of my imperfection. I write stuff to vent out the feelings I cannot even explain to begin with. I know deep down me there are struggles that I am trying to win over but over the time I cannot even remember the reasons why I am feeling that way, only the emotions were left with unexplainable cause.

Over the years of feeling that way I get tired, I wanted to end the miserable pain, every time I think of it I get scared, I don’t want my family to get hurt, my friends to keep wondering why I did that decision and in the end I could not do it, I always ask God why do I feel abandoned, lost and in severe pain.

The death of my father in 2020 and the pandemic made it worst, I felt the world crushing, I don’t know what to do or feel, I don’t have the energy to continue but I am trying so hard to live because I am with my family that is also grieving.

One coffee date with my friend changed everything, we talked about God, we talked about our lives when we only knew God but never felt the deeper understanding of being in a real relationship with Him. It may sound exaggerated to some, but it did help, we started talking with sense, less gossip and more on self-reflection,  that all we need in life is to trust God and everything else will follow, I cannot explain exactly by words on how I was freed from the darkness by living with the Lord’s presence, all I know is that everything happens for a reason, that I may not know now the Why’s and the How’s but I know it will make sense, that God will never leave me hanging, that He will show me the way.

It took me 3 years to finally decide to join another religion, I was born and raised Catholic and I am still planning to stay the same, I learned to love how the Victory Koronadal preach the gospel, I can learn more, I have the community that helped me reach my purpose, I sleep well at night compared to when I used to take anti histamine medicine just to be able to sleep well, I usually sleep at around 4 to 5:30 am  and wake up at around 6 to 6:30 in the morning because of work, I never felt at peace in my life and it is not because of the promotion I got from work, not because I am living with my family after so many years of being away nor being with new friends but because God happened.

He came at the right moment when I feel like giving up, He came and told me that I still have the purpose to serve, that I am loved and that I am worthy of saving, I am not abandoned, I may be lost but He never left my side I just didn’t bother to look for Him, I took the wrong direction and that I may still be in pain but He will heal me and relieve all the heartaches and sufferings, I am still trying to figure out all the Why’s and How’s but I know it will be easier now as He is there to answer all the confusions and He will lead me to the path I was supposed to take years ago, it may be a long journey but I know this time I am not alone, I am confident that I can fight the battles, I can face all the emotions with a grateful heart.

[daveandmia]

And under his wings you will find refuge ( Psalm 91:4 ESV)

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