The Hiding Place from the Wind (continued)

Beloved, in continuance of our theme, “The Hiding Place from the Wind” – Did you know that in some cases, medical science is unable to cope with the new diseases breaking out among mankind? Some examples are AIDS, SARS, and others. Do you know that people are dying from these diseases as we speak? Florists are still making wreaths and bouquets for young and old victims of these horrible plagues. Yet, the saints have found a “Hiding Place” from that wind. Our God’s medicine is always on hand, and it is not some sort of bitter root or dry powder, but it is “the Joy of the Lord.” Solomon said that “[a] merry heart doeth good like a medicine” (Proverbs 17:22). We, as God’s children, are merry (happy) because we know that there is no disease that our God cannot cure!! “[The] joy of the Lord is [our] strength” (Nehemiah 8:10).

Precious Ones, it is a medical fact that when a person’s heart is filled with joy, this releases a large amount of endorphins into the brain, and the person’s entire being is filled with new energy and purpose. That’s why the fundamental act of praising the Lord will drive gloom and sickness away. David said that when you “…bless the Lord at all times [and] his praise [is] continually…in [your] mouth, [then]…there is no want to them that fear [reverence] [and praise] him” (Psalm 34:1, 9).

Chosen Ones, you discover that you have a true “Hiding Place from the Winds” when Christ comes into your life. You’ll discover that He makes a new man or woman out of you. When the demons are raging and when your friends have turned their backs on you, you’ll discover that you can still give God the glory by having joy in the midst of sorrow. Again, David taught us this principle when he wrote, “…when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock [Jesus] that is higher than I. For [he has] been a shelter [and a joy] for me, and a strong tower from the enemy” (Psalm 61:2-3).

I will write more on this subject next week. Until then, know this – I am so proud to be your Pastor.

I love you all SO very much.
In His Love,

Pastor William L. McCoy