Russell A. Cardwell Online

The eternal God is your refuge,
and his everlasting arms are under you.

—Deuteronomy 33:27

Where do I put my trust? Will my friends protect me? Will they stand up for me? Will money or power or influence save me? Can I put my trust in the government? Can I put my trust in the leaders of the church? Who will hold me up if I stumble? Who will lift me if I fall? Who will counsel me or offer sage advice? Who will guide me on the right path? Who will stand by me in times of need?

No one but God. No worldly things will last, and those who trust in them will find themselves without a net. No human being in this fallen world will be faithful and true. Presidents, congressmen, and captains of industry have all found their wealth, power, and influence to be of no avail. Absolute power and the wealth of an empire could not save Caesar from the treachery of his friends. Joseph was sold into slavery by his own brothers. Even Jesus was betrayed and deserted by his closest companions.

Only in the arms of God—”his everlasting arms”—is there refuge safe and secure. There must I flee. There must I seek sanctuary. There must I make my enduring home.

All the earthly things I build may fall, and all the people I love betray me, but wrapped safe in the embrace of God’s everlasting arms, I will stand firm and secure always.

Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom,
and your dominion endures through all generations.
The LORD is trustworthy in all he promises
and faithful in all he does.
The LORD upholds all who fall
and lifts up all who are bowed down.
The eyes of all look to you,
and you give them their food at the proper time.
You open your hand
and satisfy the desires of every living thing.

—Psalm 145:13-16

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