SAFE UNDER HIS WINGS

Psalm 91 is a powerful passage of Scripture that speaks of God’s protection. Often referred to as “The Psalm of Protection,” it offers reassurance to every believer who chooses to dwell in the secret place of God. In this Psalm lies a spiritual reality that every child of God is invited to walk in. It offers comfort and assurance to those who trust in Him, reminding believers that abiding in God’s presence brings safety, peace, and divine covering.

“He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.” (Psalm 91:1)

This opening verse sets the tone: God’s presence is a place of refuge. To “dwell” means to live, not just visit occasionally. When we make the Most High our permanent home, we come under His shadow, His covering, His protection, His peace.

Unpacking God’s Promises in Psalm 91

“I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust.” (vs.2)
 When fear and uncertainty rise, do not speak the language of doubt. Declare who God is, your refuge and fortress. Faith must be spoken to be activated.

“Surely he shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, and from the noisome pestilence.” (vs.3)
 God doesn’t just promise general protection; He promises specific deliverance from traps we cannot see and dangers we do not understand.

“He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust…” (vs.4)
 The verse above reveals God’s nature as both mighty and nurturing. Like a mother bird shielding her young, be assured that you are safe in God’s care.

“A thousand shall fall at thy side, and ten thousand at thy right hand; but it shall not come nigh thee.” (vs.7)
 We live in a world full of dangers, but this verse reminds us that we are not like everyone else, we are covenant children. God marks His own with divine exemption.

The Reward of Intimacy

Psalm 91 concludes with God’s personal promise to those who love and cling to Him:

“Because he hath set his love upon me, therefore will I deliver him: I will set him on high, because he hath known my name. He shall call upon me, and I will answer him: I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him, and honour him. With long life will I satisfy him, and shew him my salvation” (vs.14-16)

As you meditate on Psalm 91, let your heart be focused on the safety that God’s word promises. You are not just safe; you are sheltered under the shadow of the Almighty, where danger dare not tread.

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