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SGA Chapel - 1/10/2025 — 1/10/2025 10:00 AM
Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Student Government Association. SGA Chaplain Trey Storr teaches from Psalm 46 that the Lord of Hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress.
Notes
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Whether we're facing personal struggles, physical pain, or even just the weight of daily life, it can feel like we’re standing alone against the chaos. But Psalm 46 reminds us that we are never truly alone. In this beloved passage, we find a powerful invitation to trust in God’s presence, His peace, and His ultimate sovereignty over all things. In today’s chapel, SGA chaplain Trey Storr preached on the truths of taking refuge in the Lord.
"The Lord of Hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress." (Psalm 46:7)
In this psalm, we encounter Yahweh Sabaoth, the Lord of Hosts — the mighty God who commands the heavenly armies. He is not only powerful but also present with us in our darkest moments. Trey Storr encouraged us to consider where we turn when life gets difficult. "Where do you go when your body aches? Where do you turn when life is hard?" The answer, according to Psalm 46, is clear: we turn to the God who is a present help in times of trouble (v.1).
God is with us right now in our suffering, in our joy, and in our everyday lives. This is the same God who declared through His Word that He is a "fortress" — a stronghold that nothing can penetrate. When the storms of life rage, we are invited to take refuge in Him.
"Be still, and know that I am God." (Psalm 46:10)
One of the most comforting verses in this psalm is verse 10, where God calls us to be still. It’s easy to get caught up in the frantic pace of life, but God invites us into a peace that transcends understanding. It’s not a peace that comes from avoiding trouble but a peace that comes from the assurance that God is in control no matter what happens.
Psalm 46 also reminds us that God is to be exalted among the nations. His plan is bigger than our individual struggles — He is working across the globe to bring about His Kingdom. And this brings us to the Great Commission in Matthew 28:18–20, where Jesus commands His followers to go and make disciples of all nations. This isn’t just about giving our 10% or offering our resources; it’s about giving our whole lives to the mission of God. Sometimes that might mean stepping out in faith and leaving behind what’s comfortable to pursue something greater.
In the midst of everything we face — whether joy or pain — Psalm 46 calls us to rejoice in God's sovereignty and have peace in His presence. When the world feels unstable, we can rest in the truth that the God who commands the armies of heaven is on our side.