Have you ever been caught in the rain without an umbrella so you start looking around for a big leafy tree for refuge? I sure have. In fact happened today! While attending a church picnic in the park we watched the wave of rain making its way across the bay heading towards the picnic tables. Scrambling ensued and I snugged up to a tree trunk while my cherries, guacamole chips and peach muffins took the brunt of it. No time for that "no food left behind".
A refuge provides protection where we can relax, let our guard down, feel safe and comfortable.
We just got back from a week at the little cottage. We been fortunate rent this slice of heaven since our kids were teenagers.
This is a refuge for me. A place of peace, safety and letting my guard down. Makeup? Please...Alarm clocks? Spare me. Bra? well....maybe.
My garden is my go-to refuge from May to when the temperature drops too low to manage with just a blanket.
Then we switch to the big comfy chair by the fire which can be popular so I have to share it with Lulu.
Camping is high on my refuge list! Canoeing, campfire and a cosy tent by the water
Sometimes refuge comes in the form of a person. Someone who can make you feel safe and protected.
If you have a faith, you can find great comfort in Psalm 46, a beautiful song of comfort
"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble."
And sometimes, you can be the source of refuge for someone else.
We all need safe places to land. I hope you have a few tucked away yourself.
