A place of refuge

In the reverent and worshipful fear of the Lord there is strong confidence, and His children shall always have a place of refuge. Proverbs 14:26 AMP

As this new day is yet to dawn I have been searching God's word for wisdom, His wisdom for this day and the decisions that will need to be made. How comforting to read this scripture and know that in seeking Him and worshiping Him with an awe that only He deserves, strong confidence comes. 

The reverent and worshipful fear of the Lord is the beginning and the principal and choice part of knowledge [its starting point and its essence]; but fools despise skillful and godly Wisdom, instruction and discipline. Proverbs 1:7 AMP

Having an attitude of reverent and worshipful fear of the Lord, yearning in your heart to hear what He has to say, what His direction is for you, (because it is the best guidance you can ever receive), enables us to move to that place of strong confidence. 

My son, if you will receive my words and treasure up my commandments within you, making your ear attentive to skillful and godly Wisdom and inclining and directing your heart and mind to understanding [applying all your powers to the quest for it]; Yes if you cry out for insight and raise your voice for understanding, if you seek [Wisdom] as for silver and search for skillful and godly Wisdom as for hidden treasures, then you will understand the reverent and worshipful fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of [our omniscient] God. Proverbs 2:1-5 AMP

When we search for godly Wisdom, not only will we find knowledge of our omniscient God, but as Proverbs 14:26 says, His children will always have a place of refuge. So when we are seeking wisdom, and while we are waiting for His direction, we don't need to be fearful or concerned, because as His children, we always have a place of refuge.

The Lord also will be a refuge and a high tower for the oppressed, a refuge and a stronghold in times of trouble (high cost, destitution, and desperation). And they who know Your name [who have experience and acquaintance with Your mercy] will lean on and confidently put their trust in You, for You, Lord, have not forsaken those who seek (inquire of and for) You [on the authority of God's Word and the right of their necessity].  Psalm 9:9-10 AMP

The Lord is our refuge, always. He does not forsake those who seek Him. Let's be those who choose to seek Him, His wisdom about everything in our lives, and find refuge in Him.

Question for today, is there something going on in your life that you need God's wisdom for ? Why not take time right now to ask Him, with reverent and worshipful fear, for wisdom, for direction and guidance? Wait expectantly for the answer and remember He is always the best place of refuge when you need it.

Trust in, lean on, rely on, and have confidence in Him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts before Him. God is a refuge for us (a fortress and a high tower). Selah [pause, and calmly think of that]! Psalm 62:8 AMP