The Lifeguard Is "A Rock"

“I came that you may have life and that you may have it more abundantly.” (John 10:10)

Have you ever thought of Jesus as our “lifeguard” – we are the ones drowning and He is the one saving (Savior). "Lifeguard" is a common, current title, but one we understand and to which we can relate. Our lives are filled with needs, (sometimes overwhelming) – daily food, clothing and shelter; daily forgiveness; love and acceptance. Sometimes we feel as if we are drowning in our needs (circumstances). Then is when we must remember that God is our Savior, spirit, soul and body. He saves our spirit instantly, our soul progressively and our body ultimately. That is why He came - to save us - and to not just keep our heads above water but to provide our needs, spirit, soul and body, so we can experience life more abundantly, but we must call on Him. In Rom. 10:13, He tells us that, "Whosoever calls on the Name of the Lord will be saved." That name is "Jesus" (Savior).

A drowning person loses all his pride and desperately calls for help. Jesus (Savior, Lifeguard) will save us from ourselves and all our problems and distresses. In II Cor.12:9,10, Paul is speaking of his continuing distress. Ours may or may not be a lingering "distress" but the Lord will still deliver us through them so we do not drown in them. "His strength is enough and shows to be perfect in our weaknesses - His favor, loving-kindness and mercy is sufficient."

He is our Rock, Deliverer, Fortress, firm strength, Shield, Salvation and High Tower (Ps.18:2). God knows all about us, better than we know ourselves, and He knows what is best for us. If we will call on Him He will draw us out of our “pit” takes us in His arms and carries us to a Rock that is higher than we are (Ps.61:2). He steadies our feet on the Rock, Christ Jesus, (I Cor.10:4). If we will stay on the Rock, He will provide for our every need (Phil.4:19).

Here is an old song we used to sing with this wonderful message in it.

He Brought Me Out
H.J.Kelly

My heart was distressed ‘neath Jehovah’s dread frown,
And low in the pit where my sins dragged me down;
I cried to the Lord from the deep miry clay,
Who tenderly brought me out to golden day.

He placed me upon the strong Rock by His side,
My steps were established and here I’ll abide;
No danger of falling while here I remain,
But stand by His grace until the crown I gain.

He gave me a song, ‘twas a new song of praise,
By day and by night its sweet notes I will raise;
My heart’s overflowing, I’m happy and free,
I’ll praise my redeemer, Who has rescued me.

I’ll sing of his wonderful mercy to me,
I’ll praise Him till all men His goodness shall see;
I’ll sing of salvation at home and abroad,
Till many shall hear the Truth and trust in God.

Chorus
He brought me out of the miry clay,
He set my feet on the Rock to stay;
He puts a song in my soul today,
A song of praise, Hallelujah!
Posted by Light From My Window at 6:21 PM
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