2 I will say of the Lord: He is my God, my refuge, my fortress, and I will trust in him.
Adverts
3 For he will deliver you from the fowler's snare and from the deadly pestilence.
4 He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will trust; his truth will be your shield and buckler.
5 You will not be afraid of terror by night or the arrow that flies by day.
6 Neither from the pestilence that stalks in the darkness, nor from the destruction that rages at midday.
7 A thousand will fall at your side, and ten thousand at your right hand, but it will not reach you.
8 Only with your eyes will you look and see the reward of the wicked.
9 Because you, O Lord, are my refuge. You have made your home in the Most High.
10 No harm will come to you, nor will any plague come to your tent.
11 For he will command his angels concerning you, to keep you in all your ways.
12 They will bear you up in their hands, lest you dash your foot against a stone.
13 You will tread on the lion and the snake; You will trample the son of the lion and the serpent under your feet.
14 Because he loved me so dearly, I also will deliver him; I will put him in high retreat, because he has known my name.
15 He will call on me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble; I will take him out of it, and I will glorify him.
16 I will satisfy him with long days, and I will show him my salvation.
- Exploring Psalm 91: Promises of Divine Protection and Refuge
- Psalm 91 is widely known and appreciated for its promises of divine protection and refuge, offering comfort and security to those who trust in God. In this article, we will explore the profound spiritual truths contained in this psalm, highlighting its main messages and applicability in contemporary life.
- Context and Meaning
- Psalm 91 is traditionally attributed to King David and is considered a psalm of trust and protection. It begins with a declaration of confidence in God's care: “He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty” (verse 1). The psalmist vividly describes the security of those who take refuge in God, comparing him to a fortress, a protective shield against the dangers and adversities of life.
- Protection Promises
- Throughout Psalm 91, we find several promises of divine protection for those who place their trust in God:
