My God

I stinkin' LOVE Psalm 71!!! The thing that I took most note of was how the psalmist used the word "my" when referring to God...

-My Rock/My Rock of Refuge
-My Hope
-My Confidence
-My Fortress
-My Strong Refuge
-My God

The psalmist had such a love and confidence in the Lord that he continued to call Him his own. He know his identity was in Christ along. When you identity is aligned correctly you will view yourself as a SON of God rather than a SLAVE or an ORPHAN..

Just look at the words above he used to describe the Lord. These are all showing evidence of his trust and faithfulness in God. He literally has put all of his chips in. He knows he can go to the Lord any time for anything. He goes to Him when he's tempted, when he is being persecuted, to praise, and to plead.

Father, I pray that when we call you that we would really think of the significance behind you being a Father to us, which makes us your sons and daughters. God, I pray that we could think/refer/rely on you like this man. I want to turn to you in everything and have full faith that you will always be faithful and come to my side. Lord, give me the strength to call on your name in every situation. Help me not only turn to you...but to run to you! Jesus, thank you for what you did on that cross and what you continue to do in my heart.

I am overwhelmed with your love ad mercy in my life. You are my Great Deliverer and I will continue to trust in you through everything. Amen and Amen!