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Yesterday's reading reminded me how thirsty I got after letting busyness push out my time with the Lord. Today reminded me why coming back restores me. It’s a turning back to the mindful confession of who He is.

In 2nd Samuel 22, is David writing this long song praising God for delivering him throughout his whole life. What jumps out is how many titles he uses:

  • My Rock
  • My Fortress
  • My Deliverer
  • My Shield
  • My Horn of Salvation
  • My Stronghold
  • My Savior
  • My Support
  • A Tower of Deliverance

David is not being theoretical. These titles come from actual experience. Each title reflects a real moment when God protected him, rescued him, strengthened him, kept him going. It causes me do my own reflection and ask: Who has God proven Himself to be in my life?

Looking back, I see the same titles. Seasons when God was my rock—holding things steady when life felt shaky. Moments when He was my fortress, protecting me in ways I didn't see. Times when He was just my support, quietly keeping me going when I was exhausted.

What stands out to me is David wrote this at the end of his life. His final reflection wasn't victories or battles or achievements. Just God's faithfulness.

This is a good reminder. When life is overwhelming, the answer isn't pushing harder or managing better. It's remembering who God has already proven Himselt to be.

When I remember that, my heart gets steady again. Like David.

"My heart is steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast." Psalm 57:7