What other scriptures emphasize God's protection against those who oppose His people? Anchor Verse: Psalm 129:5 “May all who hate Zion be turned back in shame.” Here the psalmist confidently leaves opposition in God’s hands. Scripture continually echoes this certainty that the Lord shields His people and frustrates their enemies. Protection Patterned in Israel’s Story • Exodus 14:13–14 – “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the LORD’s salvation… The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.” • Deuteronomy 28:7 – “The LORD will cause the enemies who rise up against you to be defeated before you. They will march out against you in one direction but flee from you in seven.” • 2 Kings 6:16 – “Do not be afraid… those who are with us are more than those who are with them.” • 2 Chronicles 20:15, 17 – “Do not be afraid or discouraged because of this vast army, for the battle is not yours, but God’s… stand firm, and see the salvation of the LORD on your behalf.” Refrains of Safety in the Psalms • Psalm 27:2–3 – “When evildoers came… my foes and my enemies stumbled and fell… though war breaks out against me, I will trust.” • Psalm 34:7 – “The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear Him, and he delivers them.” • Psalm 91:4–7 – “He will cover you with His feathers… His faithfulness is a shield… Though a thousand may fall at your side… no harm will come near you.” • Psalm 121:7–8 – “The LORD will guard you from all evil; He will preserve your soul… both now and forevermore.” Promises Proclaimed by the Prophets • Isaiah 41:10–13 – “Do not fear, for I am with you… I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.” • Isaiah 54:17 – “No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you.” • Jeremiah 1:19 – “They will fight against you but will never overcome you, because I am with you to deliver you, declares the LORD.” • Zechariah 2:8 – “Whoever touches you touches the apple of His eye.” New Testament Assurance • Romans 8:31 – “If God is for us, who can be against us?” • 2 Thessalonians 1:6 – “It is only right for God to repay with affliction those who afflict you.” • 2 Thessalonians 3:3 – “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 bring me safely into His heavenly kingdom.” • John 10:28–29 – “No one can snatch them out of My hand… No one can snatch them out of My Father’s hand.” Living in God’s Ongoing Shield • Scripture presents protection as both present reality and future guarantee; enemies may arise, yet God always has the last word. • The same Lord who overturned Pharaoh, blinded attacking armies, and silenced accusing tongues now guards every believer. • Because His Word is true and unchanging, Psalm 129:5 is more than an ancient wish—it is a present promise that all who oppose God’s people ultimately face His righteous answer. |
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