Preserved!

Preserved!

Proverbs 18:10 AMP

[10] The name of the Lord is a strong tower; The righteous runs to it and is safe and set on high [far above evil].

The book of Proverbs is full of spiritual truths and nuggets of wisdom. Of course, the source defines the impact. Apart from a few words that are specifically captured as words of king Lemuel, most of the book of Proverbs is ascribed to king Solomon, the wisest man who ever lived, in line with the words of God about him in the bible. Again, it is the source of that wisdom that makes Solomon such a unique individual. He went to God for help, and he received more than he bargained for. He needed help to govern God's people the right way, and he got all of that, plus enough provision to impact generations, and leave a worthy legacy. This is the result of a life that understands what is critical and important, and is willing to do what is needed to attain that thing. How would this apply to me in this present generation? I must know what aligns with God's perfect will, and do all I can to take hold of it. 

God is faithful to His Word. He does not speak carelessly or flippantly. He stakes His name and reputation when He speaks, so He can be trusted when He says anything. In this instance, the writer of the verse above must have had a personal encounter with God as a strong tower. Solomon may have been young when his father ruled, but I am sure he came to hear stories of the exploits of his father and his mighty men. It would have been clear to the son that his father enjoyed successes simply because of who was backing him up and shielding him. Let it be known that we are called to warfare; the devil's assignment is to steal, kill and destroy, but Jesus says He has come to give abundant life. Even though God has secured victory, He still wants me to put my complete trust in Him, so I can enjoy the fullness of what He offers. He is eternal; this human flesh is temporal. Only the one who finds God finds that which can never expire. 

As it has always been said, God does not force Himself on anyone, and He will not go against the exercise of my freewill. He is a Strong Tower, and He is Mighty, but I note that those who run TO Him are the ones who are truly safe. He is Omnipresent, yet He is truly near to those who call upon Him in truth. Do not confuse God's silence to you on a matter as His approval. You cannot stand on your 'right' and still claim to be right with God at the same time. I cannot insist on my own way, and then moan and complain when things do not go the way I have envisioned them. There is a reference to the 'righteous', which means that what God offers is for specific people, and these are those who have found rest, comfort and salvation in Jesus. They know that they cannot help themselves, but are fully dependent on God for everything. They are safe, where nothing touches them without the express permission of the One who is capable and able to secure a life for all of eternity. Are you His? God's time of favour is here.