SOMEONE TO WATCH OVER ME!

 

Saturday, March 6, 2021

 

SOMEONE TO WATCH OVER ME!

 

Ps 32:7-8

7 Thou art my hiding place; thou shalt preserve me from trouble; thou shalt compass me about with songs of deliverance. Selah.

8 I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eye.

 

           Verse 7 is David’s words to God. He acknowledges God as his hiding place in the day of trouble and the source of his deliverance. His eyes are fixed expectantly on God. He is watching God’s every move because those movements are essential to his provision and safety.

 

           Verse 8 is God’s promise to David. “Because you are now sensitive to the mercy you have received from me and willing to follow me, I will give you the help you require. I will keep my eyes on you and guide you in the right way. You must follow me closely and I will watch over you.”

 

           Jesus asked his disciples to watch WITH him. Matt 26:38 Then saith he unto them, My soul is exceeding sorrowful, even unto death: tarry ye here, and watch with me. 40 And he cometh unto the disciples, and findeth them asleep, and saith unto Peter, What, could ye not watch with me one hour?

 

           Whether anyone is watching over me with prayer or not, and I expect there are more than I think, God certainly has given His angels charge over me. It’s his promise. Knowing that gives me peace and confidence.

 

Dear Shepherd of the sheep, You are always watching us. You return us from our straying and protect us from unseen dangers. Give us the wisdom to follow you closely today. AMEN