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Finding Security in an Eternal God

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DON HEBERT

Many Christians know the hymn Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing. Its words are more than just poetry. They are a prayer, a story, and a reminder of God’s grace. The hymn speaks of wandering hearts, divine rescue, and the call for God to “tune our hearts” to sing His grace. It reminds believers that when we feel spiritually distant or dull, God can restore our voice in prayer and renew our hearts in worship.

Words: Robert Robinson Music: Traditional American melody; John Wyeth’s Repository of Sacred Music Vocalists: Hannah Park, Deb Victa, and Philip Webb Instrumentalists: Cathy Biagini – Cello, Sarah Biagini – Violin, Trina Hodgson – Cello and Ben Mason – Piano

Many believers go through seasons when they feel dry or disconnected from God. Psalm 90 helps us draw near again, reminding us of God’s eternal nature and our short lives on earth.

Psalm 90, written by Moses, is a prayer that contrasts God’s eternity with human frailty. It begins with praise: “Lord, you have been our dwelling place in all generations.” God Himself is the home and safety of His people. Across all times and cultures, God remains a constant refuge. Though the world is unstable and uncertain, our true security is not found in material things but in the everlasting God who never changes.

Before the world began, God existed. Even the mountains, which seem ancient and unmovable, were formed by Him. From “everlasting to everlasting,” He is God. Because of that, there is no moment in history or place on earth where He is absent. He is the creator, sustainer, and protector of all life. This should give comfort to those who feel forgotten or unsettled. God is near and never loses sight of His children.

The psalm then reminds us that life is brief. Humans return to dust, as God said in Genesis 3. Even the longest human life is short compared to God’s eternal being. A thousand years to Him are like a single day to us. Our days pass quickly, like grass that grows in the morning and withers by evening. Recognizing how short life is should humble us and lead us to wisdom.

Moses also acknowledged that death entered the world because of sin. The wrath of God against sin is real. Because of this, unbelief and disobedience are moral matters. Sin is not only wrongdoing but rejection of the God who gives life. Yet the message also points to hope: through Jesus Christ, believers are freed from God’s wrath. Jesus bore that judgment on the cross so that those who trust in Him live under grace, not condemnation.

Later in the psalm, Moses prayed, “Teach us to number our days that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” This is a request for perspective. We should live with awareness of how short life is and to use our time well. Instead of chasing temporary things, we should seek to make our days count by serving God faithfully.

Moses also prayed that God would satisfy His people with His steadfast love. This is where lasting joy begins. Many people try to fill their hearts with distractions, pleasure, or possessions, but these things cannot truly satisfy. Only God’s love can fill the emptiness of the human heart. When believers focus on His steadfast love, especially as shown through Jesus Christ, they find joy, peace, and renewal.

The psalm closes with a prayer for God to bless and establish the work of His people. Moses asked that their short lives would still produce something meaningful. The message connected this to 1 Corinthians 15:58, where Paul wrote that labour in the Lord is never wasted. When we serve God, He makes our work endure beyond this temporary world.

Psalm 90 invites every believer to reflect on three truths:

  • Life on earth is brief and fragile.
  • Sin separates us from God, but grace restores us through Christ.
  • Real security and lasting purpose are found only in the eternal God.

When we feel weary, distracted, or spiritually distant, we can return to the Lord, our dwelling place. He alone gives refuge, wisdom, and peace that last beyond time itself.

For here we do not have a lasting city, but we are seeking the city which is to come.

Hebrews 13:14

God’s Unseen Protection

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AMY TURNER

Psalm 125:2 gives a powerful image of God’s care for His people: “As the mountains surround Jerusalem, so the Lord surrounds his people both now and forevermore.” This verse reminds us of the strong, unshaken protection God provides.

Anyone who has travelled through towering mountain ranges like the Rockies understands the feeling of being enclosed by their vastness. In a similar way, those journeying to Jerusalem in ancient times would see hills encircling the city, offering a sense of safety. These hills, though not as tall, stood as a symbol of God’s protection for those heading to worship.

Mountains, by nature, do not move. Even when fog or storms hide them from view, they remain firm and unmoved. God’s protection is the same. Even when we cannot see or feel it, His care surrounds us. The promise of His presence isn’t based on our awareness but on His faithfulness. In difficult times, we can quietly rest in faith, trusting that His steady, unseen arms hold us securely.

For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Romans 8:38-39

Finding Security in an Unchanging God

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JEFF TURNER

In a world where financial security seems increasingly fragile, some people struggle with anxiety about their future. Pension funds fail, retirement savings disappear. In the physical world around us even seemingly solid structures can become unsafe.

Yet there’s a profound truth that offers hope: we have access to an unchanging source of security. As Hebrews 13:8 reminds us, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” This timeless assurance is complemented by Deuteronomy 33:27, which declares “the eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.”

Unlike physical structures that can crumble or financial systems that can collapse, God’s promises remain unshaken. When we entrust our future to an eternal, unchanging God who holds time itself in His hands, we find a refuge that transcends temporary uncertainties.