They are not uncommon metaphors in the Psalms, but one after the other they offer a wonderful barrage of imagery portraying the security, shelter, help and support that God's people can find in their God. This was the shelter that Jesus availed himself of, first and foremost, and by extension is available to all who are in Christ.
- Rock
- Refuge
- Tower
- Tent
- Wings
Psalm 61:2-4:…
2. From the end of the earth I call to you when my heart is faint. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I,
3. For you have been my refuge, a strong tower against the enemy.
4. Let me dwell in your tent forever! Let me take refuge under the shelter of your wings! Selah
Actually, I think all of those images are Exodus metaphors. I'm not sure about refuge, but the others are certainly images that God used of his protective relationship with his people in the wilderness. So these are not abstract, but concrete pictures, and they are pictures that are rooted in salvation history.
Anyway: Read. Chew on. Enjoy. … Oh - and take refuge!
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