God is Our Rock

Isaiah 43:15-19 (NLT)
“I am the Lord, your Holy One, Israel’s Creator and King. I am the Lord, who opened a way through the waters, making a dry path through the sea. I called forth the mighty army of Egypt with all its chariots and horses. I drew them beneath the waves, and they drowned, their lives snuffed out like a smoldering candlewick. But forget all that— it is nothing compared to what I am going to do. For I am about to do something new. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it?”

Being a child of God means that victory is your starting point. But let’s not get it twisted—victory doesn’t mean that everything will be a cakewalk; not even close. It does mean that you’re going to be stretched, pressed, and at times, quite uncomfortable. Romans 8:37 (NLT) acknowledges that life can be a trip, and that the enemy will throw some serious fiery darts our way, but this truth declares, “despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us.” And in order to be more than a conqueror, you’ve got to go through something worth conquering.

We don’t get to stay surface-level. God calls us to go deeper—to grow, to change, to stretch beyond our limits. And if we won’t bend, life has a way of breaking us down until we do. But even in that—He’s still God. He’s always faithful, and Romans 8:28 (NLT) confirms that He “causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.” God doesn’t turn us loose to handle things on our own. He’s with us. He’s in us, and He’s working things out according to His Will and plan for our lives.

Our Heavenly Father doesn’t want us to suffer through heartbreak and pain. He wants us to grow stronger in Christ. He wants our roots to go deep, so that our faith isn’t just a feeling—it’s a foundation. Because surface-level faith won’t carry you through real-life storms. God is calling us into a relationship that’s rooted in trust, not just vibes. One that can stand when everything around us starts shaking. He’s not trying to break you—He’s building something in you that can’t be broken.

Psalm 62:6-7 (NLT) says, “He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress where I will not be shaken. My victory and honor come from God alone. He is my refuge, a rock where no enemy can reach me.” You see, as believers in the Lord Jesus Christ, we’re not out here wobbling through life with no solid footing—with no courage or no confidence. This verse is God’s promise. He’s our unshakable foundation when everything else in life feels unstable. When people fail you, when doors close, when the enemy tries to come for your peace—God remains. He is your rock, not just on the good days, but on the worst ones too. That’s where your strength comes from. It’s where your identity is secured.

Your victory doesn’t come from your connections, your job or career, or your own strength—it comes from Him. And when He is your refuge, the enemy can’t touch you. He might throw darts, but they won’t land. He might roar, but he can’t reach you. Because when you're hidden in God, you're held in a place no enemy can access.

The world won’t always understand this kind of faith—and that’s okay. True faith can look strange to those who’ve been walking in spiritual darkness for generations. The enemy has been busy blinding hearts and minds for a long time. But you? You’ve been given light. You’ve been given truth. And because you know better, you’re called to protect what you know. Guard your heart with intention. Guard your mind with wisdom. The Word of God isn’t just for reading—it’s your weapon. Don’t treat it lightly. Speak it. Stand on it. Let it strengthen your soul when life gets heavy.

Grab onto God’s peace with both hands. It’s yours. He’s given it to you through Jesus Christ. It’s your weapon against anxiety and worry. It’s your anchor and it shields your faith. Proverbs 14:30 (NLT) tells us, “A peaceful heart leads to a healthy body.” That kind of peace doesn’t just happen—it’s something you hold on to and protect. Peace is more than a feeling—it’s a powerful tool in the life of a believer. It helps you stand firm when everything else feels shaky.

So as you keep pressing forward, don’t ever forget that you’re not alone. It might feel that way, but it’s never the case. Victory is already yours, and it’s not because you earned it, but because Christ gave it to you. Don’t lose sight of who your God is. He’s not some distant, quiet figure sitting in the sky—He’s real, He’s present, and He’s all-powerful. This same God who split the sea wide open for Israel is still making a way for you today. He didn’t bring you this far to leave you. So stay rooted in His Word. Stand on what He’s promise. And whatever you do, don’t let fear talk louder than your faith. Let your heart be anchored in the truth that no matter what comes, you’re not standing on sand—you’re standing on the Rock. And that Rock will never fail you. ■

Scripture quotations marked (NLT) are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Wheaton, Illinois 60189. All rights reserved.

“God is Our Rock”, written by Kim for https://rescuefromdomesticviolence.blogspot.com© 2025. All rights reserved. All praise and honor to God through Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.