“Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” Psalm 91:1

As a child I remember watching the black funnel cloud of a tornado appear on the horizon and slowly tear across the cornfield as it headed toward our home. I was young enough that the cloud only held a fascination for me, and I would have lingered far too long if not for the iron grip of my mother on my shirt collar. With one strong tug down the stairs we went, heading quickly into the shelter of a cinderblock storm cellar. I remember the quiet calm of that space. Such powerful memories are not soon forgotten.

We All Need Shelter In A Storm

There is no way to accurately describe the sense of peace and rest that God provides until you experience it for yourself. David in Psalm 91 says that as we dwell in the shelter of the Almighty we will find rest simply by drawing near to God. In other words, the closer you get to God, it’s very much like being in that safe storm cellar. Let the winds blow in life, for blow they will. But for those who seek shelter with God there is peace that passes understanding. Your peace is only a prayer away.