What practical steps can you take to seek God's protection daily? Anchor Verse “For You have been my refuge, a strong tower against the enemy.” Psalm 61:3 Daily Mindset of Refuge • Take the verse at face value: God Himself is the place of safety, not just a feeling of safety. • See protection as relational. The closer you stay to Him, the more you experience the shelter He pledges. Steps to Seek God’s Protection • Start each morning by declaring His promise aloud. – Example: “Lord, You are my strong tower today.” • Place Scripture where you’ll see it—phone lock screen, desk, kitchen—so your thoughts keep running to that tower. • Turn worries into quick prayers. The moment anxiety surfaces, step inside the “tower” by acknowledging, “Father, I take refuge in You right now.” • Stay under His authority. Confess sin quickly (1 John 1:9) so no barricade blocks the flow of His protection. • Put on the armor of God (Ephesians 6:11-18). Each piece is a practical way to stay shielded: – Truth buckled around your mind – Righteous choices guarding your heart – Gospel readiness guiding your steps – Faith deflecting flaming lies – Salvation certainty covering your thoughts – Scripture wielded in every temptation • Spend intentional time in praise. Psalm 22:3 shows God inhabits praise; where He is present, His refuge is active. • End each night by thanking Him for the ways He kept you. Gratitude reinforces trust for tomorrow. Companion Passages for Confidence • Psalm 18:2—“The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer…” • Proverbs 18:10—“The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.” • Psalm 91:1-2—“He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” • 2 Thessalonians 3:3—“But the Lord is faithful, and He will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one.” Living Inside the Strong Tower • Make seeking His presence your first reflex, not your last resort. • Keep short accounts with God and others; peace clears the way for protection. • Cultivate a spirit of expectancy. The more you anticipate His shielding hand, the more alert you’ll be to how He provides it. |
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