November 22

Those of us who have the events of November 22, 1963 etched upon our memories know how profoundly the course of a nation can be changed by the actions of one deranged, hate-filled individual. Likewise, the evil the 9/11 hijackers set in motion was unthinkable prior to their wanton act of infamy.

Even though these acts of treachery make us aware of our vulnerability as individuals and as a nation, we also know that there is One whose overarching protection is more than adequate to guard us against the unleashed, unvarnished vitriolic hatred that confronts us.

We are reminded in Psalm 34:7 that, “The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him, and each of them, He delivers.” This makes it obvious that there is an enemy to be faced. If we are in the Lord’s Army, we will encounter battles that will be horrific because the foe we face is without redeeming qualities.

The evil entity that assails the people of God makes the hatred and violence of mere men pale in comparison to the depth and breadth of his own. Indeed, he is the author of all vile, evil acts! But when we contemplate the hedge the Lord has placed around His people, there is no need for fear, for our God is mighty to save!