Exhortation on Psalm 46

Psalm 46

1.Refuge – a place that one can go to for coverage, safety, security, and comfort.
Strength – God's word, promises and the victories that He has helped you to win, can provide that spiritual, physical edge that you need to stand, complete a task or even to commit acts of devotion to God; going to church and reading His words.

God is indeed omni-present but the psalmist was reminding us that when in need of a saviour, He will be there. No matter what the situation is, God can and will come through for us. Remember, his timing is not our timing, but He will come through.

2 - 3. When we know that we know that our God will never leave or forsake us, no matter what is happening around us, that will not phase us. If the earth is falling apart, not saying we cant be human, we should remind ourselves of God's Word where He promises to take care of us.

4.The city of God, Jerusalem, had no rivers. The reference to a river illustrates the use of metaphor. The river would signify blessing, continuous flowing, outpouring of blessing in the city of God.

5.Indeed, God dwells in this city. Just like anything or anyone else that belongs to God, he will protect us. So when nations try to attack, God will protect an help to overcome or win battles.

6.Ties in to verse 5 where no matter how many nations try to attack God's city, they will not win, they will fall. It shows the awesomeness of God. He will lift his voice and the earth will melt. Yes God is great and powerful and if He wants he can lift His voice and melt the earth but in this passage, it suggest that He will use His power as an act to frighten or scare those that try to harm us. Him doing that suggests His anger against the enemies of His children.

7.Showing these acts will prove that God was, is and will be with His children and He will fight for us.

8.This is an invitation to see the victories that God has won and how He showed His anger towards the enemies of his children.

9.He will stop all attacks on His children. The breaking of the bow and shattering of spears suggest the use of them no more. If nations have no weapons, they can be no war. This would/will lead to peace on earth.

10.After all is said and done, it will be seen and known that God, the God of our salvation has done it; has helped us to win battles and overcome fears. For this reason, we as His people must praise Him. We must show our gratitude to Him by giving Him praise.

11. In conclusion, remember that God is all around us, looking out and protecting us. He has protected us from things unknown to our eyes. We need not forget it. He is our help, provider, everything. Amen.