"Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge." (Psalm 62:8)
In our lectio divina day/night Bible study, we have talked at some length recently about the intimate nature of our relationship with God. This relationship is not meant to be a casual matter of convenience, but rather, a close personal connection between Creator and creation. The Psalmist's admonition to "...pour out your hearts to him," is a call to intimacy. How tragic that we allow so many things, including our sin, to build barriers between ourselves and God. Our text reminds us that it begins with trust...trust in God at all times.
Gordon Lester, in the publication "Homemade" describes the difference between familiarity and intimacy. He writes, "Familiarity brings a degree of ease and comfort. Intimacy anxiously searches for deep understanding and personal appreciation." This is the kind of relationship one can pour their heart into. This is the kind of relationship we can share with the One who has given everything for us, Jesus, the Christ.
Prayer: Welcoming God, we pour our hearts out before you and find refuge in your loving arms.
Jim Abernathy
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