Let Us Stand On God’s Word
Donnie McClurkin’s classic song “Stand” poses a powerful question: “What do you do when you’ve done all you can, and it seems like it’s never enough? What do you say when your friends turn away, and you’re left alone? What do you give when you’ve given your all, and it seems like you can’t make it through?” His answer is simple yet profound: “You just stand, when there’s nothing left to do; you just stand and watch the Lord see you through.”
Life can feel overwhelming when we face difficult circumstances—whether it’s a doctor’s dire diagnosis, a banker’s disheartening report, or a judge’s final verdict. These moments challenge us, but the Bible gives us hope. We are called to “stand still and see the salvation of the Lord” (Exodus 14:13). To stand is not to surrender but to anchor ourselves in faith, ready to receive God’s direction (Ephesians 6:14-18). The children of Israel found themselves trapped between the Red Sea and the advancing Egyptian army. They had nowhere to turn, but God provided a way forward.
Throughout history, the oppressed have faced adversity, persevering in faith while waiting for God’s deliverance. They stood firm, ready for His guidance. We, too, must not be swayed by what we see, hear, or feel. We are called to stand on the solid Rock of God’s Word (Matthew 7:24-25), trusting in His promises. As we stand firm, we will witness the Lord seeing us through, just as He has done in the past. Now and forever, we can trust in God’s Word to bless, sustain, and deliver those who believe.
Exodus 14:13
New International Version
13 Moses answered the people, “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the LORD will bring you today. The Egyptians you see today you will never see again.
Ephesians 6:14-18
New King James Version
14 Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness,
15 and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace;
16 above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one.
17 And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God;
18 praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints—
Matthew 7:24-25
New International Version
24 “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.
25 The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock.