Our scripture this morning is Proverbs 18:10 (NRSV).
The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run into it and are safe.
Proverbs often use comparisons to help us understand the meaning of the guidance they give. Here the name of the Lord is likened to a strong tower. In those days fortifications were the protection against physical attack. This verse tells us God is our spiritual tower, our defense against evil. Just as people run to a place of safety when there is physical danger, we must run to the Lord when there is spiritual danger – and unfortunately, that is all the time! Jesus tells us “I am the vine, you are the branches. Those who abide in me and I in them bear much fruit, because apart from me you can do nothing” (John 15:5). There’s the solution: if we abide in Him, we are always in the strong tower!
Gracious God, we are grateful for Your love and protection. Help us to be the voice of the Gospel to all Your children. Amen.
