Psalm 57

. . . I take refuge in you.
I will seek refuge in the shadow
of your wings
Until danger passes.

David saw danger all about him – lions: people whose teeth were spears and arrows; whose tongues were sharp swords.

All about him was physical danger and the actions and words of people coming against him to destroy him.

But David knew where safety and security were. He sought refuge in the presence – under the protection of God’s grace, His shadow covering him when danger approached.

Lord, give me eyes and faith like David. There is danger all about, but there is security, safety, protection in you and in your presence.

By your grace, Lord:

cover me

protect me

And I will sing with David: “God, be exalted above the heavens, let your glory be over all the earth.”

A work-in-progress (WIP) glimpse at a portion of the illustration for Psalm 61.