(The Passion Translation)
The Lord alone is our radiant hope and we trust in him with all our hearts.
His wraparound presence will strengthen us.
There is something very comforting on a cold winter's night when we wrap ourselves around with a warm fluffy blanket in front of the fire with a hot chocolate drink. It just makes you feel all safe and secure against the cold outside.
That was the picture that came to mind when I read this translation of God wrapping us around with His presence. It may produce a different picture for you but when we know He is with us, in us and around us, nothing need upset us or make us afraid because we're talking about the Lord of Heaven's armies, the One who holds the universe in place by the word of His power. Nothing can snatch us out of His hand and no weapon formed can succeed against us because the enemy knows we belong to God and if he messes with us then he'll have to mess with God first.
When we're constantly aware of God's wraparound presence with us we'll know He's actively strengthening us against whatever fear is knocking at our door, or whatever trouble is tempting us to worry.
So next time you may feel vulnerable, why not 'see' yourself wrapping a blanket around yourself knowing that it's actually God Himself who is wrapping Himself around you. Allow Him to be your total security blanket and lean into Him knowing He has you safe and sound.
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