“The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge.” – Psalm 18:2
In a world of shifting values and uncertain ground, we long for something steady. Someone we can lean on who will not move. That’s why David declared God’s name as Jehovah Suri, “The Lord My Rock.”
Not just a shelter. Not just a help. But a rock—a place to stand when everything else gives way.
📜 Word Study
Suri (צוּרִי, pronounced tsoo-REE) comes from the Hebrew root tsur, meaning “rock, cliff, or boulder.” It implies a massive, immovable stone—strong, stable, and protective. When joined with Jehovah, it becomes personal: “The Lord is my rock.”
This is a slightly different word than sel’i, though the imagery is similar. Where sel’i emphasizes a high and inaccessible refuge, suri emphasizes strength, solidity, and endurance. It appears in places like Psalm 18:31: “Who is a rock, except our God?”
💎 A Diamond of Truth
Jehovah Suri reminds us that God is not fragile, fickle, or failing. He is firm. He is faithful. He is forever strong. When your emotions shift, He stands firm. When the world shakes, He does not. When your strength fails, His endures.
And He doesn’t just give you stability—He becomes it. He doesn’t just point you to hope—He is the foundation of it.
💬 Reflect and Respond
- Where in your life are you feeling unsteady or insecure right now?
- Have you been trying to stand on your own wisdom or strength?
- What changes when you say, “The Lord is my rock” and believe it deeply?
Jehovah Suri is not just a concept. He is your foundation. Build your faith, your family, and your future on the Rock—and you will never be moved.
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