Which other scriptures emphasize God's promise of protection and salvation? The Anchor Verse Psalm 91:16: “With long life I will satisfy him and show him My salvation.” Tracing God’s Shield through the Old Testament • Exodus 14:13 – The Lord fights while His people stand still. • Deuteronomy 33:27 – “The eternal God is your dwelling place, and underneath are the everlasting arms.” • 2 Samuel 22:3–4 – David calls God “my shield” and is delivered from every foe. • Psalm 18:2; 34:7; 46:1; 121:7-8 – Repeated images: rock, fortress, encircling angelic guard, ever-present help, Keeper from all evil. • Proverbs 18:10 – The Lord’s name is a high tower; the righteous run to it and are safe. • Isaiah 43:2 – Through waters and fire He stays right there; nothing overwhelms. • Daniel 3 & 6 – Fiery furnace and lions’ den showcase literal rescue for trusting hearts. Salvation Promised by the Prophets • Isaiah 45:17 – An everlasting salvation; God’s people “will never again be put to shame.” • Jeremiah 1:8 – The Lord personally pledges, “I am with you to deliver you.” • Nahum 1:7 – A stronghold in trouble, knowing those who take refuge in Him. • Zephaniah 3:17 – He is mighty to save, rejoicing over His own with singing. Fulfillment in Christ • Luke 1:69-71 – Jesus, the horn of salvation, rescues from enemies. • John 10:28-30 – No one can snatch believers from the Father’s hand. • John 17:12 – The Son kept every disciple entrusted to Him. • 1 Thessalonians 5:9 – We are appointed to obtain salvation through Jesus, not wrath. • 2 Timothy 4:18 – “The Lord will rescue me from every evil deed and bring me safely into His heavenly kingdom.” • Hebrews 7:25 – He saves to the uttermost those who draw near through Him. • 1 Peter 1:5 – We are “shielded by God’s power” until salvation is fully revealed. Living under the Shadow Today • Take the promises literally—God means what He says. • Lean on the character behind the words: eternal, unchanging, all-powerful love. • Pray the verses back to Him; let Scripture shape expectations rather than circumstances. • Encourage one another with these truths; shared testimony strengthens faith. • Rest: long life here or immediate entrance into glory—either way, He “satisfies and shows salvation.” |
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