Psalm 62 -Sabbath

Psalm 62:1-4, 7-8, 10-12 NIV

Truly my soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from him. 

Truly he is my rock and my salvation; 

 he is my fortress, I will never be shaken.

How long will you assault me? 

Would all of you throw me down— 

 this leaning wall, this tottering fence? 

Surely they intend to topple me from my lofty place; 

they take delight in lies. 

With their mouths they bless, but in their hearts they curse.

My salvation and my honor depend on God; 

 he is my mighty rock, my refuge. 

Trust in him at all times, you people; 

 pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge. 

Do not trust in extortion or put vain hope in stolen goods; 

 though your riches increase, do not set your heart on them.

One thing God has spoken, two things I have heard:

 “Power belongs to you, God, and with you, Lord, is unfailing love”; 

and, “You reward everyone according to what they have done.”

Psalm 62 is perfect for my Sunday morning. The very first verse says it all.

Psalm 62:1 NIV

Truly my soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from him.

Sabbath is for rest with the God who gives our souls rest. As we worship we celebrate God's faithful care for those who love Him. He is our safe place. When opponents wish our downfall we are not shaken. We know our God is on the watch.

This doesn't mean we are exempt from suffering. It does mean our souls take refuge in God during times of trial.

Go and worship God with the saints and pour out your heart to Him. Don't look for a quick fix. Don't lower your morals to find an escape or gain an advantage. Trust the power and unfailing love of God. Trust that you will see justice and peace in the righteousness of the Lord.

Trust, take refuge, pour out of your heart praise and petition, and receive rest for your soul.