Why should I fear when evil days come,
when wicked deceivers surround me—
those who trust in their wealth
and boast of their great riches?
No man can redeem the life of another
or give to God a ransom for him— Ps. 49:5-7 NIV
Why should we fear? I have to ask myself that question many times. Why should I fear? At first glance it looks like there is much to be afraid of. The economy continues to struggle, the politicians are becoming more corrupt and if not corrupt at least confused. It becomes very apparent that none of them, no matter how articulate they may be, can be trusted for the answer to any crisis. Not only are the politicians becoming more corrupt, but even in what are considered the most civilized of societies, the average citizen no longer has any regard for his neighbor. And, not just in this country, which has been hard set by natural disasters, but throughout the entire world there seems to be no sanctuary, no place that is immune from tornadoes, earthquakes, floods, tsunamis and every other force of nature.
But the Psalmist says 'Why should I fear...no man can redeem life.' No wonder we feel so helpless. It is not within our power to redeem life, to provide any answer. Only God has the power to redeem our life, only God will 'take me to himself.'
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