911 Shelter

As a freshman, I've found myself frequently exploring the library and all of its secret places.  One of the first things I notice every time I enter, is that there are always people sleeping on the couches and chairs, no matter which way you turn.  I'm not talking about just sitting back with eyes closed.  I mean legit, sound asleep, sprawled out, sleeping.  This makes me wonder whether these people don't get enough sleep, or the couches are just that great.  Or perhaps the library is a place of refuge, or a place to renew strength before another class.  Maybe it is the only place in their life that is 100% quiet once you enter, problems are left outside the door.  Then I remembered Psalm 91:1.  "He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty."  

As I enter this new stage of my life, I find myself constantly having to remind myself of this verse. Running from class to class, and event to event, my life seems to become very loud and chaotic. Just like the library, I need a place to run too that will offer me peace and rest.  The answer?  I have to dwell in the shelter of my heavenly father.  The definition of a shelter is a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger.  A "shelter" that provides safety and peace, like a library.  We turn to our shelter in our emergencies and problems.  Ironically this verse is 91:1 or "911."  How many times do you feel like you need to call 911 on your life?  What problems or things are you holding on to that are making your life loud?  My challenge to myself and everyone this week is to seek your shelter.  God is waiting for us with open arms to come running to Him and find rest.