What or who do you trust to protect you? In the police? In the money? In the family? In reputation? The truth is that all these things can fail us sooner or later. But in Psalm 121 we see who we can trust.
To the mountains I raise my eyes; Where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, creator of heaven and earth.
(Psalm 121:1-2)
God is not like the things of this world. He doesn’t need sleep, he doesn’t make mistakes or have any weaknesses. God has all the power! He never fails.
When you look at your situation and see what is going on around you it can seem like the problems are too big. And you may be wondering if there is actually any security in this world. This psalm tells us that in God there is security. He is bigger than all problems and dangers. There is nothing and no one more powerful than God. That is why you can put all your trust in him knowing that he can protect you and keep you safe.
God is by your side: the reason for your safety
The Lord is the one who takes care of you, the Lord is your protective shadow.
(Psalm 121:5)
All Christians face problems. But when you have God by your side, true evil cannot reach you. Psalm 121 compares God to a shadow that protects you from the force of the sun. When God is by your side, he covers you and protects you from the worst attacks.
If you love Jesus you don’t need to be afraid. In him you have your security. God never changes and he will never abandon you even in the most difficult situations. This does not mean that you will not suffer, but that even in the midst of everything you face, Jesus will keep your soul. United hand in hand with Jesus, they will not be able to destroy you. God is and will be your refuge and security at all times.
Do not be afraid! Trust your life in the hands of God because he takes care of you.
psalm 121
To the mountains I raise my eyes; Where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord, creator of heaven and earth.
It won’t let your foot slip; The one who takes care of you never sleeps.
He who cares for Israel never sleeps or slumbers.
The Lord is the one who takes care of you, the Lord is your protective shadow.
By day the sun will not harm you, nor the moon at night.
The Lord will protect you; from all evil will protect your life.
The Lord will watch over you at home and on the road, now and forever.
How to overcome fear: explanation of Psalm 121
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