"He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty." Psalm 91:1 NKJV
A shadow can be described as a constant companion. Everywhere you go, especially in bright sunshine, your shadow is with you - constantly. When you consider that this scripture is describing abiding under the shadow of the Almighty, it brings on a whole new meaning. Really, God is with you when you abide with Him.
When you make God your refuge and fortress (v2), He can be trusted to offer you security and safety. Picture young birds in the nest. They have many predators after them, so the youngsters take refuge under the wings of their parents. They know they are safe from danger there. Similarly, observe parents holding the hands of their young child as they walk to school or elsewhere. The child feels this security and safety, without even thinking about it; there is a feeling that nothing can harm them. This, if you will allow it, is how it is with Our Father. He protects us and keeps us safe.
God places a shield of protection around you and, this is His truth. During our lifetime, we have all felt the terror of the night; those dark wintery nights with sounds coming from different places. It can make the hairs on the neck stick up as we walk alone. Even the arrows that fly by day, and the devil will fire them at us (Ephesians 6), can maim us if they catch us. They are sent to destroy and to cause devastation in a person's life. Then of course, there is pestilence which can be described as a plague. Covid falls into this category. Many have been terrified that they or their family will get it. It has been a fearful time for us all. There is also destruction, something that comes along and harms people. Terrorism can be named along with this and the stabbings that seem to be on the increase all over the world, not forgetting the fears of war in some places. A lot of these can be blamed on the devil but not all of them. It can be just life.
Threats and spiritual attacks will come against us but, regardless of the dangers around us, those who experience the covering that God provides, who abide under His shadow, will be cared for and will ultimately see the punishment of the wicked (Psalm 91:7-8).
Therefore, get under God's protection now and be watchful of the traps that are all around us. He promises:
'Because you have made the Lord, who is my refuge, Even the Most High, your dwelling place, no evil shall befall you, nor shall any plague come near your dwelling; for He shall give His angels charge over you, to keep you in all your ways'. Psalm 91:9-11.
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