My Solid Rock

There are so many Psalms that talk about God being my Rock.

Things in our lives are constantly changing - sometimes it seems hard to keep up with all the changes. But God does not change. God will always be the one constant in my life. He is my Solid Rock.

When I was in hospital pregnant with Sarah (33 weeks), I wrote this in my journal, and later read it at Sarah's dedication. Three days after I'd written it, Sarah was born, six weeks premature.

"I'm lying here in the hospital bed at Royal North Shore Hospital, desperate to go home. The doctors don't really know what's wrong with me and until things have been under control for 24 hours, they won't let me go home.

Even though a number of people have been visiting me, I feel so alone. Baby's been very content every time she's been monitored so far, but I'm still scared. It's hard not knowing what's happening, or what will happen and when. Could I be in here for weeks until she's born?

Please God, I ask that You would provide some kind of resolution soon. Take away the pain, keep my baby safe and help me to seek my comfort in You alone.

I praise You, God, because You are God and You love me like no-one else can. Wherever I go, You are there, even in the darkest of places. You walk beside me and carry me every step of the way. You know my innermost thoughts and fears, those that I can't even express. And You love me.

You wrap Your arms around me and I feel safe and secure. Even though I don't understand what's happening or why, I know that You are everything I need and You know the answers.

Thank You that You are my Solid Rock. When others let me down, I am reminded of Your consistency and Your faithfulness.

Father, thank You for Your peace amidst the storm."


Yes, God has been my Solid Rock. And I know He will continue to be my Solid Rock.

James 1:17 tells us that God does not change like shifting shadows. He is 100% reliable, 100% dependable.

I don't need to fear the future because God will be my Rock.