God is our refuge

               and strength,

a very present help

                  in trouble.

Therefore we will not fear

though the earth gives way,

though the mountains be moved

      into the heart of the sea...

                      Psalm 46. 1-2

(This verse is a promise from God,

this verse is a response from us.

It is in the daily abiding with Him,

the daily equipping

      on the most ordinary days,

that builds our strength

and deepens our relationship with Him,

on favorable days

       and in the hardest ones.

Seeking to know Him more

    doesn't just happen

          but always takes intention.

The crisis just reveals

  the source of our strength

         and our utter need for Him.)

O LORD,

You are our refuge,

not a place to hide,

but in Whom to abide

     and go forth strengthened.

May Your strength

                be revealed in us

    to point others to You.

Help us to live in such a way

and to grasp every opportunity

   to know You more

that we would bring You glory.

Even in mystery,

even in impossible situations,

even on this very day.