Where is God?

The eternal God is your refuge,
And underneath are the everlasting arms.
He thrusts out your enemies before you;
It is he who cries, ‘Destroy them!
--Deuteronomy 33:27

 

One time I was working on a talk entitled "Hope and Healing in This Troubled World." Wayne was working at his desk and I was at mine. Suddenly I asked him, "Where is GOD when the bottom falls out?"

 

I thought he would give me a few points that could be expanded for the talk. But his answer came without hesitation. It was one word: "underneath". So simple, but so profound! I shall never forget it.

 

Tonight I chose this picture of Grampie Wayne holding baby Isaac. His arms are "underneath" and this baby is resting in peace. He is safe. He is secure. He is comfortable. He is dearly beloved.

 

This picture and these thoughts are precious to me because in their own, faltering way they remind me of just how blessed and cherished we are by our Heavenly Father. I know this grandfather and I know he would protect his loved ones with his very life if need be. How much MORE God has done for us -- and will continue to do!

 

Life on earth can be very tough. Sometimes the bottom really does fall out. When trials and sorrows come, we are often reminded of just how fragile and helpless we are. I've been there, and so have you. Two things comfort me at those times. First, all that challenges our peace and well-being on this earth is temporary. And secondly, we never walk alone. Never!

 

Consider this old song by Dottie Rambo:

 

"I feel the touch of hands so kind and tender.
They're leading me in the paths that I must trod.
I'll have no fear for Jesus walks beside me
For I'm sheltered in the arms of God.

"Soon I shall hear the call from heaven's portals
Come home my child, It's the last mile you must trod
I'll fall asleep and wake in God's sweet heaven
For I'm sheltered in the arms of God."