Ramparts of Faith

In biblical times the best cities were built on hills with thick walls around them. The walls were called ramparts. To enter the city, a marauder needed to ascend the steep hillside, then fight his way through the rampart, a formidable task.

In Ps. 48:13 the Psalmist encourages worshippers to leave the protection of the city, perhaps after a battle and walk around, meditating on God’s protection and spreading the word of His faithfulness.

“Consider well her ramparts, view her citadels, that you may tell of them to the next generation.” New International Version

My husband and I have experienced many “ramparts” of God’s love and protection during our marriage. When we didn’t have jobs at Christmas, our church gave us food, toys and a Christmas tree.

Another time friends helped us milk cows because my husband had the flu.

When my mother-in-law lay dying, people brought food, shoveled walks, sent cards, and prayed.

I have preserved these “ramparts” to our family’s faith by writing them down and telling them to our family. Hopefully, they will remind our children and future grandchildren of God’s goodness through difficult times.

What are the ramparts in your life? Does anyone know about them?

Take care.

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