The Turtle

Psalms 91
"He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty."

Recently I was assigned an impromptu speech based on the prompt," If you could be anything other than Human, you would be". The Holy Spirit brought to my mind a great object lesson based on the turtle.

The turtle is one of the most interesting creatures on the planet. The turtle is a ultimate example of vulnerability. First, the turtle is extremely slow and in no situations can outrun, out muscle or outwit its enemies. It remains completely dependent on the covering above it. When in danger, all the turtle can do is retreat into the covering above him and trust that covering or shell to have enough strength to withstand the advances of its predator. Because of its unique position, the turtle has become a common example in many classic quotes and morals. One such saying is, " when you see a turtle on a fence post you can be sure it did not get there alone".

In this day and age believers and unbelievers alike are under more pressure and more stress than at any other time it seems.The Word says that the devil is increasing his attacks because he knows his time runs short. (Revelation 12:12) In such a time as this we are like turtles. On our own we have completely and absolutely lack the speed, muscle and wisdom to combat the enemy of our souls. The stress is too high, the challenges to great, our emotions too thin. But, the Word says in psalms 91 that when we retreat under the covering of the Almighty we have a refuge and a strength and a fortress. Our shell is the presence and power of God and that my friends is impenetrable and indestructible.

If you are feeling of little strength and size in this small world today, remember your shell. Remember His Word today. Open the Word and reader the 91st chapter of psalms and remember the He is your shield and buckler, and mighty present help in times of trouble. "In this world you will have trouble but take heart I have overcome the world." (John 16:33)