Vs. 119:114 — You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in Your word.

Charles H. Spurgeon:

Observe that he does not speak of God’s word as being his double defence, but he ascribes that to God himself. When we are beset by very spiritual assaults, such as those which arise out of vain thoughts, we shall do well to fly distinctly to the person of our Lord, and to cast ourselves upon his real presence. Happy is he who can truly say to the triune God, “Thou art my hiding-place.” (Spurgeon, C. H. (2009). The treasury of David: Psalms 111-119 (Vol. 5, p. 355). Bellingham, WA: Logos Bible Software.)

Prayer:

You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in Your word. Yes, O’ Lord, my Lord, You are the One whom I run to; You’re the One in whom I find shelter. You will never turn me away from seeking refugee in Thee. You not only welcome me, but You are waiting for me to run and hide in You. May all of this world fall apart; may the superficial structures of this world collapse; may it return to the dust. The kingdoms of this world, along with their gods, economies, and governments may boast and promise security and peace, but they are but a vapor with no substance and no power to keep promises. Their threats are also as dust and hot air before the Lord God Almighty. There is only One God, who holds all and can fulfill what He has promised. Therefore my hope is in You. What You have spoken will come to pass; my hope will not be disappointed. You have spoken and Your word is faithful and true. Come Lord Jesus, come quickly. Amen.