Which other scriptures emphasize God's protection from harm and danger? Sheltered Under His Wings: Psalm 91:3 as Our Launch Point “Surely He will deliver you from the snare of the fowler, and from the deadly plague.” (Psalm 91:3) God’s rescue is stated as a certainty. From that rock-solid promise, Scripture echoes the same assurance in many places. Protection Echoed in the Psalms • Psalm 34:7 – “The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear Him, and He delivers them.” • Psalm 46:1 – “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble.” • Psalm 121:7-8 – “The LORD will guard you from all evil; He will preserve your soul. The LORD will watch over your coming and going, both now and forevermore.” • Psalm 23:4 – “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.” Promises Spoken Through the Prophets • Isaiah 43:2 – “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you, and when you pass through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched, and the flames will not set you ablaze.” • Jeremiah 1:8 – “Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you,” declares the LORD. • Zechariah 2:5 – “‘I will be a wall of fire around it,’ declares the LORD, ‘and I will be the glory within it.’” Confidence Voiced in the Books of Moses and Historical Narratives • Deuteronomy 31:6 – “Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or terrified of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.” • Exodus 14:13-14 – “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the LORD’s salvation today… The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.” • 2 Chronicles 20:17 – “You need not fight this battle. Take your positions, stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD on your behalf.” Protection in Wisdom Literature • Proverbs 18:10 – “The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.” • Job 5:19 – “He will rescue you from six calamities; no harm will touch you in seven.” Safeguarding Fulfilled and Secured in Christ • John 10:28-29 – “I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them out of My hand… No one can snatch them out of My Father’s hand.” • 2 Thessalonians 3:3 – “But the Lord is faithful, and He will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one.” • 2 Timothy 4:18 – “The Lord will deliver me from every evil deed and will bring me safely into His heavenly kingdom. To Him be the glory forever and ever. Amen.” • Hebrews 13:6 – “So we say with confidence: ‘The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?’” Connecting the Threads 1. A consistent theme runs from Genesis to Revelation: God Himself steps between His people and danger. 2. The protection is total—physical (“snare of the fowler,” “deadly plague”), emotional (“I will fear no evil”), and spiritual (“guard you from the evil one”). 3. The means vary—angelic encampments, a “wall of fire,” the Lord’s own hand—yet the Protector is always the same. 4. These are not abstract sentiments; they are literal assurances anchored in God’s unchanging character. 5. Because His promises are certain, the believer can face any threat—seen or unseen—with unshakable peace. Rest confidently: the same God of Psalm 91:3 is still delivering today. |
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