Day 357: Nahum 1-3; Revelation 13

"The LORD is good, a stronghold in a day of distress; he cares for those who take refuge in him." (Nahum 1:7, CSB)

Though Nahum's prophecy concerns Nineveh, it could apply to Roman occupation during the days when God entered the world, Immanuel. It can also apply to the conversation in the Revelation concerning 'Babylon' and those despots associated with its administration who have the goal of total global domination only possible through the destruction of God's 'presence' on earth in His Church. If there is any message in Revelation, it is that God is absolutely sovereign, His eternal  plan is being and will finally be fulfilled, and that those under His care have already won the victory through Him...they, too shall reign with Him under His rule. Beyond appearances, count on this truth: goodness is defined by God, Yahweh is goodness in essence and so He is good to the core. He is our Refuge, our Fortress, our Strongtower, our Stronghold, our Deliverer. He cares for you and He cares for me. Rest in Him!