A Secure Lot

Psalm 16:5
5Lord you have assigned me my portion and my cup; you have made my lot secure.

The psalm of David is one regarding safe keeping according to the NIV Study Bible. David needed protection against the threat of death. For many this past week on the East Coast in the U.S., the petition was just that. One of safe keeping. Many of us this week in the Eastern U.S. have endured more natural disasters in one week then some see in one lifetime. And in comparison to others, a drop in the bucket. In any case, God secured our lot. But now he passed over you and me just as he did the Israelites during the first passover in Egypt. What thanks has he received? Have you reconsidered your ways? Have you repented unto the Lord? Why did he secure your lot and mine? To give us another chance to desire to grow closer to Him. Another chance for Him to draw closer to you as He so desires. Another chance for you and me to live out our true purpose, the purpose He created us for. Remember, when you don't learn the lesson the first time around, it will come again. He loves us and desires our growth like a parent. Did you get it? If not, will you be ready for the next time?