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DCLM Daily Manna
Saturday, October 31, 2026
TOPIC: God, Our Refuge
KEY VERSE
“Thou art my hiding place and my shield: I hope in thy word” (Psalm 119:114).
Bible Reading:
Psalm 119:113-120 (KJV)
113 I hate vain thoughts: but thy law do I love.
114 Thou art my hiding place and my shield: I hope in thy word.
115 Depart from me, ye evildoers: for I will keep the commandments of my God.
116 Uphold me according unto thy word, that I may live: and let me not be ashamed of my hope.
117 Hold thou me up, and I shall be safe: and I will have respect unto thy statutes continually.
118 Thou hast trodden down all them that err from thy statutes: for their deceit is falsehood.
119 Thou puttest away all the wicked of the earth like dross: therefore I love thy testimonies.
120 My flesh trembleth for fear of thee; and I am afraid of thy judgments.
Mr. Stillman Martins, a well-known Baptist evangelist, was invited to preach at a church on a Sunday morning when his wife became suddenly ill. Mr. Martins seriously considered cancelling his speaking assignment to stay by his wife. But just then, their young son spoke up and said, “Father, don’t you think that if God wants you to preach today, He will take care of mother while you are away?” That afternoon, Mrs. Martins, who could not accompany her husband to his speaking engagement due to illness, began to show signs of recovery. She was inspired by her son’s words and began to write the popular hymn: “God will take care of you”.
The Psalmist here premises believers appropriation of God’s promises and blessings on their love for the law of the Lord in the midst of wickedness in the world. Despite the prevalence of evil, the decision to keep the commandments of the Lord serves as a bulwark against the floods of ungodly men that surround us. Thankfully, God is the hiding place for every believer. His word gives the assurance of His ever-abiding presence in times of needs and troubles. While trials and temptations are common experience, what matters is the way we handle these challenges of life. In periods of crisis, believers should not allow doubt and fear to affect their faith.
We are therefore to comfort ourselves with the word of God and claim His promises that can never fail. The Psalmist said: “I hate vain thoughts; but thy law do I love”. There may be thoughts to seek help from elsewhere. But you must delight in the law of God. You must not seek help from unbelievers because there is no enduring solution in them. Believers who anchor their faith in God will not be ashamed if they hold onto the promises of God. Do not forget the wordings of the songwriter, Civilla D. Martin: “Be not dismayed whatever betides, God, will take care of you…”
Let God’s word become your delight. Read, study and meditate on it. Memorise and brood upon it per time and over time and unlock the hidden mysteries imbedded therein.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
When God is your shield and hiding place, no arrow of the wicked can touch you
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
Proverbs 30-31
COMMENTARY
1. God as Our Hiding Place – The psalmist declares God to be his hiding place and shield. In a world filled with danger, uncertainty, and spiritual attacks, God provides a safe refuge for His people. When we run to Him, we find protection and peace that the world cannot offer.
2. The Word as Our Hope – The psalmist says, “I hope in thy word.” The Word of God is the foundation of our hope. It contains promises that never fail and assurances that sustain us through trials. When we read, study, and meditate on Scripture, we build our faith and strengthen our resolve to trust God.
3. The Importance of Loving God’s Law – The psalmist expresses his love for God’s law and his hatred for vain thoughts. Loving God’s law means delighting in His commandments and choosing to obey them, even when the world around us is wicked. This love for God’s Word is a bulwark against the floods of ungodly influences.
4. Faith in Times of Crisis – The story of the Martins family illustrates the power of faith in crisis. When Mrs. Martins fell ill, her son reminded his father that God would take care of her. That simple faith led to a testimony that became the hymn “God Will Take Care of You.” In our crises, we must not allow doubt and fear to shake our faith.
5. The DCLM Ministry’s Emphasis on Trusting God – The Deeper Christian Life Ministry emphasizes that God is our refuge and strength. Pastor Kumuyi teaches that believers must trust in God’s promises and not seek help from unreliable sources. The Daily Manna devotional calls readers to make God their hiding place and to delight in His Word.
About DCLM and Daily Manna
The Deeper Christian Life Ministry (DCLM) was founded in 1973 by Pastor Dr. W.F. Kumuyi. From a small Bible study of 15 students in Lagos, it has grown into a global ministry with churches across Nigeria, Africa, and beyond. The ministry emphasizes holiness, prayer, Bible study, and trust in God’s protection.
DCLM Daily Manna is a daily devotional written by Pastor Kumuyi. Each edition provides Scripture reading, exposition, and practical application to guide believers in their daily walk with God. The devotional consistently calls readers to make God their refuge and to hope in His Word.
Prayer Reflection
Lord, You are my hiding place and my shield. I hope in Your Word. When trials and troubles come, help me to trust in You and not be shaken. Teach me to love Your law and to meditate on Your promises. You will take care of me, no matter what betides. I rest in Your protection. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
