I have a small flip chart with a brief message for each day of the year.  It is The Grace of Encouragement, Daily thoughts to encourage and uplift you!, by Charles R. Swindoll.  For January 15th, from his book Growing Strong in the Seasons of Life, pp.378-379:

Why do we need a refuge?  Because we are in distress and sorrow accompanies us.  Because we are sinful and guilt accuses us. Because we are surrounded by adversaries and misunderstanding assaults us.  

The scripture reference: God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.  Psalm 46:1 KJV.

(My backyard is my refuge.)