Guide and Keeper

Welcome to the Days of Praise podcast, a daily devotional by the Institute for Creation Research. Guide and Keeper For Thou art my rock and my fortress, therefore for Thy name's sake lead me and guide me. Psalm 31, 3 David wrote often about the trials of life, but he leaned on a wise and good guide for deliverance. The next verses tell of the grave danger ahead and David's resolve. Jesus, what a friend for sinners, addresses that in its fourth stanza.

Night o'ertakes me, he, my pilot, hears my cry. There was a time in the Gospels when the disciples were overwhelmed by a tempest, but Jesus Christ, their guide and keeper, calmed the sea and rescued them. There arose a great tempest in the sea, insomuch that the ship was covered with the waves. Then he arose and rebuked the winds and the sea, and there was a great calm. them.

This was one of their first indications he was more than a mere man. What manner of man is this that even the winds and the sea obey him Sailors know the value of a wise and experienced pilot who can guide their ship into safe harbor In an analogous way, Christ and His Spirit can keep us from ruin—human, natural, or spiritual. Christ promised, When He, the Spirit of Truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth. We are safe in His care. The Old Testament contains the precious truth, Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on Thee, because he trusteth in Thee.

We have the assurance that the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4.7 If you've enjoyed today's devotional, be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. And please rate and review so more listeners can find us. To support ICR's ministry, visit icr.org slash donate. Your gift of any amount helps us to reach others with biblical truth and encouragement.

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