“There is no one holy like the Lord; there is no one besides You; there is no Rock like our God.”
— 1 Samuel 2:2 (NLT)
When Hannah prayed these words, she had just handed over her long-awaited son, Samuel, to serve in the temple. Her prayer wasn’t full of sorrow—it was bursting with joy, worship, and deep trust. She had experienced firsthand what it meant to lean on the Rock who is God.
What Does It Mean That God Is Our Rock?
In Scripture, when God is called a “Rock,” it’s not just poetic—it’s powerfully personal. Rocks don’t move. They’re stable. They offer shelter. They’re strong and reliable when everything else feels uncertain.
Here are four reasons why God is our Rock, and why that matters today.
1. He Is Unshakable in a Shaky World
Everything around us can change—relationships, health, finances, even our emotions. But God never does. He is the same yesterday, today, and forever (Hebrews 13:8). When everything else is shifting sand, He remains steadfast and secure.
When Hannah cried out to the Lord in desperation for a child, she learned to trust Him—not just for a child, but for her future. Her prayer echoes the heart of someone who found footing on something solid—Someone who doesn’t move when life does.
2. He Is a Refuge in Times of Trouble
David, another person who called God his Rock (Psalm 18:2), often ran for his life—but he never ran alone. He ran to God. When enemies rose up, when betrayal came, when fear gripped him—David hid in the spiritual shelter of the Rock.
Do you need shelter today? The Rock of Ages invites you to hide in Him. Not to escape your problems, but to face them with peace and strength from a higher place.
3. He Is Faithful Through Every Season
Seasons change, and so do we. Our strength fades. Our understanding fails. But God doesn’t falter. Like a mountain that stands through generations, He remains trustworthy, consistent, and present.
At age 70, I’ve learned that God’s faithfulness is more than a church slogan—it’s a lived reality. Whether you’re in your 20s wondering what the future holds, or in your 70s wondering how to finish well, God doesn’t change. He’s the Rock you can build your life on.
4. He Is the Foundation for Everything That Matters
Jesus said, “Anyone who listens to My teaching and follows it is wise, like a person who builds a house on solid rock” (Matthew 7:24). The winds will come. The floods will rise. But the house stands because of what it’s built on.
You can build your faith, your family, your life, and your legacy on Jesus—the Rock of our salvation. Everything else will eventually crumble. But He will not.
Final Thought: There Is No Rock Like Our God
Hannah’s declaration is still true today:
There is no one like Him.
There is no Rock like our God.
If life feels unstable, you’re not alone—but you don’t have to stay stuck. Plant your feet again on the One who is higher, stronger, and more faithful than anything or anyone else.
Song: God Is My Rock
Words & Music by Mark Cole
Chorus
God is my Rock
He’s my mighty fortress
God is the strength
Of my life
God is my Rock
He’s my mighty fortress
God is the strength of my life
Verse 1
No matter what
The future holds for me
No matter how dark
The troubles may seem
I know the One
Who walks beside me each day
And Jesus Christ
Is all that I need
Verse 2
I will not fear
Tho’ darkness comes my way
I will be bold
And stand for truth
Day by day
For He’s the One
Who leads me by the hand
And Jesus Christ
Is all that I need
Let this be your anthem today. In every season, storm, and shadow—God is My Rock.
