Protection

The Surprise of Strength

If the LORD had not been on our side … the flood would have engulfed us. (Psalm 124:1–4 NIV)

… and stand he will for the Lord is able to make him stand. (Romans 14:4 NIV)

The Shadow of His Wings

How precious is your steadfast love, O God! The children of mankind take refuge in the shadow of your wings. (Psalm 36:7)

This verse jumped out at me this morning. The safest place in all the world is in the center of the will of God, taking refuge under the…

God’s Favor Means Protection

You will not have to fight this battle. Take up your positions; stand firm and see the deliverance the LORD will give you, Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Go out to face them tomorrow, and the LORD will be with you.

Thy Rod and Thy Staff

Thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me.

Psalm 23:4

The crooked-necked staff of the shepherd and the defending club or rod were emblems of the office. They reminded the sheep that the shepherd was there to rescue them and defend them…

Three Needs Met

“Come now, let us settle the matter,” says the Lord. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool. If you are willing and obedient, you will eat the good things of the land; but if you resist and rebel, you will be…

keep my feet from stumbling

For you have delivered me from death
 and my feet from stumbling,
that I may walk before God
 in the light of life.

Psalm 56:13