God — Our Ultimate Security System
Categories: Church of Christ Bulletin Articles, uncategorizedIn a December 2005 RFID Journal report, there is a primary school in Japan that tested a system to improve the security of students and also give their parents peace of mind. A radio frequency identification tag carried by each student sends a signal to receivers at school gates, and a computer shows when each student enters or leaves. The system can automatically send an e-mail to notify parents that their children have arrived at school or left for home. In cities where children often commute long distances to school, the system has received high marks from parents, and the kids think it’s really cool.
Living in a world of terror and danger, it’s good to remember that our ultimate safety and protection lies in the hand of God.
David recalled a time when he felt completely cut off from the Lord’s help (Psalm 31:9-13). But he learned that even in desperate situations, God would hide those who fear Him “in the secret place of [His] presence …. [He] shall keep them secretly in a pavilion” (Psalm 31:20).
God always knows where we are (Psalm 139:7-12). There is no place where He does not see our need and hear our cry. David noted, “You heard the voice of my supplications When I cried out to You” (Psalm 31:22).
David concluded, “Be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart, All you who hope in the Lord” (Psalm 31:24).
We are never more secure, than when we are in God’s hand (Psalm 31:15; Psalm 63:8-11; Psalm 139:9-10).
I hold to the hand of my Savior and friend,
He shields me from evil till dangers all end,
He’ll take me to heaven where voices now blend;
I hold to the hand of my Lord. —W.A. Simms