Source of Help

Psalm 121:1-3 (NIV)

I lift up my eyes to the mountains, where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.
He will not let your foot slip, he who watches over you will not slumber.

Sometimes I think I have a case of spiritual amnesia. I easily forget who God is. These verses today give me a visual reminder of His majesty, power, and protection. The entire chapter in this Psalm refers to God’s absolute power to supply what we lack and to take care of us.

Two years ago, I went to the Grand Tetons for the first time. The majestic mountains and beauty were incredible. My favorite spot was at a lake where I saw the reflection of the mountain that was next to the lake. It captured my attention as I sat on a log and remained quiet to take it in. Gazing at the mountain I remembered this verse. “I lift up my eyes to the mountains, where does my help come from?”

Mountains are powerful representations of who God is; the Creator of the entire earth, every mountain range in every continent, each ocean, river, and stream, and the expanse of every living thing. Seeing God through creation gives us the visual reminder of His power that we can cling to for the help we need.

Daily I encounter an opportunity to ask God to help me. My dependence has increased over the last few years to include things like, “Lord, help me, do this and not injure myself,” when I try to trim the bushes with the electric trimmer. “Lord, help me” when I lose my contact lens. (I actually prayed that at church when it popped out while listening to the sermon. I had people helping me and praying. After a few minutes of scouring, I found it in my Bible where it had landed during the sermon!) What do you need help with today that God will faithfully supply?

Included in verse 3, “He will not let your foot slip, he who watches over you will not slumber,” is the attribute of God’s protection. The Lord faithfully guards, guides, protects, and provides. The fact that God does not sleep is a truth we need to embrace. God is not human, but the Creator, Sustainer, Provider, and Protector that sees us and helps us in our need.

Dear Heavenly Father,
Thank you for being a God who doesn’t sleep, but always has Your eyes on us. Thank you for protecting and providing the help we need when we need it. Help us remember who You are as we run to You for help with absolutely everything. Thank you, Lord.
In Your Mighty and Majestic Name, Amen.