To abide under the shadow of the Almighty means to live under the protection of God Himself. Eastern people, and especially those with a desert background, such as the people of Palestine, look upon the sun as a danger, even an enemy, from which they need to be safeguarded. Shade is sanctuary, or safety – “the shadow of a mighty rock in a weary land.” The exhausted traveler sinks down in the shade for his long-sought rest.
God is called “The Almighty” in order to impress us with the fact that He really is All-mighty, and can therefore overcome our present difficulty, no matter how big it may seem.
…for with God all things are possible (Mark 10:27).
Consider, however, that the promise is made to “him that dwelleth.” If we only run into the Secret Place now and again, we can scarcely be said to dwell there. God will come to our rescue whenever we pray, but if we seldom think of Him, we may experience difficulty in making our contact in an emergency. By means of daily meditation we dwell in the Secret Place.
Just as the prodigal son returned home and was rescued from his wasteful life by his loving father, God will take us in and help us in times of trouble. But how much better it would been for the son if he had dwelt with his father and never been subjected to failure and fear.
That is the choice which faces each of us. Will we dwell with God, live in God’s presence and follow God’s will in our lives? If we do, then we can enjoy the experience of the son who did dwell with his father and respect his wishes. We shall be successful, safe and will inherit everything. We will live in the garden God created for us.
Now isn’t that better than just being rescued from self-inflicted failure and fear?
Dwelling with God,
Z gardener
Good Morning Garden 
How clearly and concisely put…Kingdom life does come down to a choice. What’s it going to be? A life of peace, grace, and favor…or one filled with struggle and threatening darkness! If we could remember to preface our actions with the question “What am I really choosing here?”, our responses would lead us down a much more fruitful and satisfying path. But the REAL decision is the one we must make continually: dwelling in the Secret Place.
Thank you for choosing to visit the Good Morning Garden. Your presence here is a blessing for the readers. It is the author’s prayer that your visit will also be a blessing to you.
Peace,
Z