Even There!

David, who was Israel’s king around 1000 BC, is the contemplative soul who wrote this Bible verse :

“… even there your hand shall lead me, and your right hand shall hold me.” Psalm 139:10 ESV

Note: Any time a verse seems to start mid-sentence, it’s wise to investigate the broader context of the story.

In this case, David is exploring the mind-blowing fact that he can never escape God’s presence. 

David realizes that it doesn’t matter if he’s sitting down or standing up, traveling abroad or resting at home, up in heaven or down in the grave,

speaking his mind or keeping his thoughts to himself, or even if he somehow ends up next to the most remote ocean on earth.

It’s then that David continues:
“… even there your hand shall lead me, and your right hand shall hold me.”

Even there, even here, even everywhere—God is always present to lead and guide, to strengthen and support.

Even if we try to avoid God, or run from His calling on our life, He’s patient to pursue us, to correct us, to direct us. 

One thing is certain: He will never leave us.

So, when you’re scrubbing dishes, scrolling on your phone, or sorting through a difficult decision;

when you’re hard at work, lazy at home, or soaking up time with the people you love;

and when you’re heartbroken, or when you’re joyful, and when you’re doubtful, also when you’re hopeful, and even when you’ve made a horrible decision …

“… even there your hand shall lead me, and your right hand shall hold me.”

Wherever you find yourself today, know that you’re not alone.

You’re not stuck. You’re not without someone who cares, and who’s able to save.

Thank God, there’s no escaping His presence. 

Even There!

Also Read: We can Trust God to work miracles in our circumstances. – Diademng (thediademng.org)

Let Us Pray:

God, thank You for always being there! I can’t run away or do anything to escape Your presence.

Your love is constant, Your strength is supportive, and Your guidance is good. No matter what, You remain the same.

Thank You Jesus, Amen.

Psalm 139:10 KJV
[10] Even there shall thy hand lead me, And thy right hand shall hold me.
https://bible.com/bible/1/psa.139.10.KJV 

Even There!