Psalm 46 pronounces an incredibly strong declaration: "God is our Refuge and Strength, a very present Help in trouble." These comforting words are exactly what we can cling to amidst the crisis in an uncertain world. March 11 brought the strongest earthquake ever to hit Japan, 9.0. The triple devastation of the earthquake, the subsequent tsunami then the nuclear turmoil has been unprecedented for that tiny island country in the Pacific. In such a small amount of time comparatively, Japan experienced the trembling movement of the earth; mountains falling through mudslides leveling communities; and the rushing, waves roaring upon the coastline, pulling villages out to sea. Yet, God speaks "The Lord of hosts is with us" Psalm 46:7.
The Sovereign Lord has all power over the elements of Nature. He uses them as He will whether He chooses to move kingdoms to desolation or mend them. Although many would not acknowledge God as Lord over the wind and the waters, surely Psalm 46 declare it to be true. It is solely God's choice to bring judgement or healing to the nations of this earth.
"Be still and know that I am God" Psalm 46:10
