A Reminder of God’s Goodness
When life turns upside down, it’s easy to forget who God is. Bills pile up. Relationships strain. The news makes your stomach sink. I’ve been there and I know you have too. It’s in those moments that we need a voice to break through the noise and remind us of the truth.
That’s exactly what the prophet Nahum did for the people of Judah. His letter wasn’t written in peaceful times. It came during national turmoil, when Judah’s unfaithfulness was leading them toward the same fate as the northern tribes exile. Yet instead of focusing only on their dangers, Nahum pointed them back to one unshakable reality: God’s character never changes.
God Is Good, Even When Life Isn’t
Nahum’s world was unstable. Kingdoms were rising and falling. Enemies were pressing in. Fear was everywhere. Yet in Nahum 1:7, we read: “The Lord is good.”
This truth matters because our circumstances often lie to us. When trouble comes, it can feel like God has forgotten us. Nahum’s message says otherwise. God’s goodness is not based on our feelings or our situation, it’s based on His unchanging nature.
Think of it like the sun. Even on cloudy days when you can’t see it, the sun hasn’t gone anywhere. God’s goodness is the same way constant and steady, even when life feels dark.
God Is Our Refuge
Nahum didn’t just say God was good. He also said God is “a refuge in the day of trouble.” That means He’s not a distant observer. He’s a shelter you can run to when storms hit.
Imagine an ancient city under attack. Refuge meant running inside the city walls, where enemies couldn’t reach you. That’s the picture Nahum gives us God Himself is the safe place where we find protection, peace, and strength.
And here’s the best part: His refuge isn’t seasonal or temporary. You don’t need an “appointment” with God. His door is always open.
God Cares for Those Who Trust Him
Nahum also assures us that God “knows those who take refuge in Him.” This isn’t a casual kind of knowing. It’s personal. Deep. Protective.
When you put your trust in Him, you’re not just another face in the crowd. You are His beloved child. He watches over you. He cares about your fears, your needs, and even the small details of your day.
Trusting God in uncertain times isn’t easy. But Scripture reminds us, it’s the only path to true security. Everything else can be shaken, but not Him.
How to Live This Out Today
It’s one thing to read Nahum’s words. It’s another to live them. Here are three ways to put this reminder into practice:
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Start your day remembering His goodness. Write down three ways God has shown His goodness to you this week.
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Run to Him first, not last. When trouble hits, pray before you plan your escape.
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Trust Him with the unknown. Tell God your worries, then leave them in His hands.
Quick Reflection Quiz
Which truth from Nahum do you need most today?
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God is good
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God is my refuge
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God cares for me
(Share your answer in the comments!)
Final Thought
Whether your season is bright or burdensome, remember Nahum’s three truths: God is good. God is your refuge. God cares for you. The world will keep changing. Problems will come and go. But the God who spoke through Nahum thousands of years ago is the same God who stands with you today.
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