In Every Corner
Psalm 59:10 reads, “My God in his steadfast love will meet me…” In the King James Version, it reads, “The God of my mercy shall prevent me…” Prevent in old King James English means to go before.
British Journalist Hugh Redwood once described a time in his life when he was under considerable strain and pressure. Before giving a speech in a neighboring town, he was invited to relax in an old sitting room by a quiet fire. On the table next to his chair, there was a Bible opened to this verse. In the margin after that verse was written this paraphrase, “My God in his loving kindness shall meet me at every corner.” Redwood said that was like light shining in the darkness of his life, and that he was encouraged to go on, confident that God is at work ahead of us – even when we are not aware of it.
I pray today that you would trust that God is at work before you – even now in the difficult or heartbreaking situations of life. And may you find that in steadfast love, God will meet indeed meet you at every corner.
Let us pray: Loving God, we thank you for your steadfast love and mercy, and for the promises of the Psalms. Help us to trust that you are at work ahead of us, within us, and around us. And please gracious God, grant us your peace. Amen.
Daily Message Author: Joe Albright
Joe began his ministry in Sarasota, Florida as an associate pastor, and it was in this capacity that he worked alongside the Reverend Dr. Roger Kunkel. Roger was a colleague who became a mentor and treasured friend. From Sarasota, Joe was called to Jacksonville, Florida where he served as the Head of Staff at Hodges Boulevard Presbyterian Church. Currently, Joe and his family worship and serve at Geneva Presbyterian Church in Switzerland, Florida. Full Bio
