Take A Short Walk

Reading Psalm 48 to day and I found these words, "Walk about Zion and go around her; count her towers; consider her ramparts; go through her palaces, that you may tell it to the next generation."  I was greatly encouraged by the thoughts that these words brought to my mind because it reminded me of the great protection and safety that we as believers in Jesus Christ are granted. Now obviously, we can't literally walk about Zion, but we can think and reflect on the characteristics described here so that we may find courage to stay strong in our faith and hope.
The Psalmist says to consider her ramparts. A rampart is something that is raised as a protective barrier, made into a fortified bulwark or stronghold. It reminds us of the security we have as our heavenly Father is constantly watching over us. Enemies come and go in our christian experience, but we have the strong presence of God as our defense.  We count her towers as well, because from the towers of a heavenly perspective we can approach life in a wisdom that is from above, that is, born of the Holy Spirit's abiding presence with us. We are learning to view life from a biblical perspective, one that elevates our attitude, faith, confidence and courage. The tower of faith allows us to see that no matter what may happen in our life situations, Jesus is Lord. He is the One Who is in control of everything that takes place not only in our lives, but in the entire cosmos, seen and unseen.
This is great news and a great way to live our lives.  We need to be vibrant believers in this time, and the people coming behind us need to know that life is so very deep and profound. There are things to realize. People need to look to God as He is revealed to us in the Bible.  When we take the time to "walk about Zion," we may understand that in spite of all the hurts and confusion in this world, we have nothing to fear, not even fear itself, because we can bring our fears to Zion, where our mighty Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ dwells in great glory and authority. He knows our anxious thoughts and concerns. He will remove them and speak peace to or souls.
Take the time to reflect for a moment about the power and glory that God exerts in mercy, truth and great patience. Be aware and assured, that God will indeed guide us to our very last day, and then receive us into His heavenly Presence forever.