Hear my cry, O God; listen to my prayer. From the end of the earth I call to you, when my heart is faint. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I; for you are my refuge, a strong tower against the enemy. Let me abide in your tent for ever, find refuge under the shelter of your wings. (Psalm 61: 1-4)

We seek a secure place - a high rock, a strong tower - that will withstand the storms, survive the flood, and protect against all manner of threats.

But the psalmist suggests the security of God is of a different kind.

God does not abide in a tall tower of stone, but in a tent. God is flexible, adaptable, and always on the move. God will give us refuge by joining us in the storm or flood.

God will pull us close and cover us with love.

We are not promised the absence of harm. But if in harm's way we reach out to God, we are promised that God will reach out to us.

Above is Desert Storm by Syddick Napaltjarri Linda.