Psalm 46:1 God is our refuge and our strength, an ever-present help in distress.
By definition, a refuge is a "condition of being safe or sheltered from pursuit, danger or trouble; something providing shelter. In times or a nature storm, we seek shelter inside a building. When there is war, people take shelter in a bomb shelter or ditch to try and protect themselves. But what about a storm inside us? Or the political and worldly storms around us? We can hide under our covers, sure, but that refuge will only be temporary, as these storm aren't going to end any time soon. So where should we seek refuge from them? God is our refuge! God is our shelter!
The Bible is full of verses reminding us that God is our refuge. In Psalms alone, you can find in chapter 7, 9, 11, 14, 16-18, 31, 37, 46, 57, 59, 61, 62, 64, 71, 73, 91, 94, 118, 199, 141, 142, and 144 a mention of God being our shelter or refuge. We do not need to fear the storms that come upon us, because God is with us. Of course this doesn't mean that those storms will magically lessen, but knowing God is near should bring us comfort. We can trust in the promise he gave us through Jesus's death and resurrection: eternal life.
To find that refuge requires us to draw near to God. As silly as this may sound, imagine God as one of those big, comfy sweater blankets you see on tv. When you are faced with a worldly storm, wrap yourself in his arms, let his love surround you. Light your candles, and turn on some soft music. Allow God to envelop you. Let him be your refuge. He is always present, in distress and in good days. Draw near to him.
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