+DEV+ A Life Boat

Date: August 25, 2009 9:06 PM
Topic: +DEV+ A Life Boat

A Life Boat

“Then they cried out to the Lord in their trouble, and he brought them out of their distress. He stilled the storm to a whisper; the waves of the sea were hushed” (Psalm 107:28-29).
Scripture Focus: Psalm 107:23-31

My colleague in ministry showed me a New Testament of the American Bible Society wrapped in a waterproof cover. The label said it was a New Testament for Lifeboats and Rafts. Inside was the name of a World War II veteran who had obviously used it. My mind raced with interest–what could have brought the New Testament to the attention of the one who had taken it? Had he actually ended up in a life raft on the ocean in World War II?

God’s Word is exactly for such times—the storms of life, the insurmountable odds, the unanswered questions. When the ship of life is about to go down, it is His Word that is always timely, adequate, appropriate. “He stilled the storm,” said the author of Psalm 107, reminding us that God rises to the occasion and intercedes on behalf of those who are fearful. He takes control, giving us the direction we need.

An old hymn says: “Jesus, Savior, pilot me over life’s tempestuous sea.” He faithfully reminds us of His presence in the lifeboat.

Insight: Any problem or issue we encounter when turned over to Jesus becomes manageable.