The psalmist uses four names to describe our God: Elyon (Most High), Shaddai (Almighty), Jehovah (LORD), and Elohim (God). In using these names, he declares that our God's power, faithfulness, and glory are beyond comparison. The psalmist knew firsthand that God alone is our refuge and fortress. He found rest in the shadow of God and so can we.

Our God is able to deliver us from our enemies and spare us from devastating pestilences and plagues. God routinely intervenes on behalf of his children and protects them. Haven't we all experienced this? To claim these promises of God, one must take refuge in the Lord and dwell in him. For believers, it means abiding in Jesus and walking in his Spirit. It means living a life of prayer and meditation on God's word. Are you dwelling in the Most High? Then you will surely experience the life and victory of Christ. He is the one who has trampled the serpent and the lion on our behalf.

In the final stanza of the psalm, the Lord himself confirms all these wonderful promises. He will rescue and protect the one who loves him and acknowledges him. He will answer their prayers, be present in their times of trouble, and satisfy them with the joy of his salvation.


Application: Father, teach us to dwell in your presence. Help us to take refuge and rest in you.
One Word: Dwell in the shelter of the Most High