FOR GOD ALONE

MARCH 27

Psalm 62

Psalm 62:2, “For God alone my soul waits in silence; from him comes my salvation.”

Amid opposition and threats, David looked to God alone for deliverance. Three times in this psalm, he declared his unwavering trust in “God alone.” With faith in both God’s power and love, he did not seek help elsewhere but relied entirely on Him.

Perhaps you’ve read the classic devotional Streams in the Desert, written by Lettie Cowman. She and her husband, Charles Cowman, founded the Japan Evangelistic Band as part of their missionary outreach.

At one point, they faced an urgent financial crisis. With no resources and no clear way to meet their growing needs, the situation seemed impossible. Yet Charles refused to rely on fundraising techniques or human intervention—he trusted God alone to provide. Confident that God would supply their needs, he prayed fervently. Soon after, an unexpected gift arrived, matching exactly what was required.

When troubles arise, we often trust in ourselves or other resources. Yet, the wisest choice is to place everything in God’s hands. He knows our needs, cares deeply, and is fully able to provide—no matter the circumstances.

“It is a tragedy when a man has no invisible means of support.”—T. J. Bach

Application Questions: Where are you prone to look for help when troubles come your way?  What does it mean to trust in God alone?  What situation can you even now fully trust Him to resolve?

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Author: looking2jesus13

Jerry Conklin, born and raised in Hillsboro, Oregon, served six years in the US Navy Submarine service. After earning a degree in Nuclear Technology, he worked at Trojan Nuclear Plant as a reactor operator. In 1990, after earning a Masters Degree in Theology, he became the senior pastor of Lewis and Clark Bible Church in Astoria for 27 years, also serving as a fire department chaplain and making nine trips to Uganda for ministry work. After his wife’s cancer diagnosis, they moved to Heppner. Since 2021, he has served as the part-time hospice chaplain for Pioneer Hospice. In 2023 he helped establish South Morrow County Seniors Matter (SMCSM) and now serves at the board chairman. In February 2025 Jerry was honored as Heppner’s Man of the Year. In March 2025 Jerry was honored by US Senator Jeff Merkley for his work with SMCSM. Jerry and Laura have four children and three grandchildren.

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