"But I will sing of your strength in the morning,
I will sing of your love;
For you are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble.
Psalm 59:16
A National Park that doesn't get too many visitors each year is one of my favorites. Dry Tortuga National Park is located on one of the last islands in the Florida Keys. You can only get there by boat or plane from Key West.
Located on the island is Fort Jefferson, it was built during the years 1846-1875 but never finished. Standing guard at the intersection of the Gulf of Mexico, the Caribbean and the Atlantic it was "the most sophisticated and undeniable symbol that the US wanted to be left alone. Though never attacked, the fort fulfilled it's intended role. It helped to protect the peace and prosperity of a young nation."
This coming Sunday, May 31st is Pentacost
It celebrates the day that the Holy Spirit descended on the apostles and believers in Christ to guide and protect them until the 2nd coming.
This day is said to mark the beginning of "the church."
The Holy Spirit is our fortress and guide.
In the last three months we have experienced life as we could never have imagined. We have lived with uncertainty and fear of the unknown...but as Christians we are blessed to know that in ALL things, we are in God's loving and capable hands. So now, we go forward in a new way. Knowing we are protected and guided by the Holy Spirit in all that we do, and to the glory of God.
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"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."
Romans 15:13