The verse for today is from Nahum:
“The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in Him.” (Nahum 1:7)
Hard times come when we least expect them. Some days, it’s just little things going wrong. On other days, it feels like everything is falling apart. Nahum reminds us of something we need to hear: “God is our safe place, our refuge!”
A refuge is like a strong shelter in a storm. When life gets hard, God is where we can run. He never changes, never leaves, and never stops loving us. The world may feel uncertain, but He is always steady.
But this verse isn’t just about where to go when we’re in trouble—it’s about who God is. He is good. Not just sometimes, and not just when life is easy. He is good all the time. Even when life feels unfair, God’s goodness never changes. That’s why we can trust Him.
And He cares for us, not in a far-off way, but in a close and loving way. He sees what we go through. He understands when we’re afraid, tired, or overwhelmed. He doesn’t just notice—He helps.
So remember this: when life gets tough, you don’t try to handle it alone. Run to God. He is your safe place, and He is always there for you.
By the way, when you hear someone say, “God is good. God is good always.” You will know that thought came from Nahum 1:7.
I’m Lonnie Davis, and these are thoughts worth thinking.