Psalms 91 The psalmist expresses the great confidence he has in the security that comes from dwelling in the shadow of the Almighty. With Him, there is abiding protection (91:1). Just like a bird takes refuge under the wings of its parent, the believer who lives under the cover of God's covenant finds safety (91:4).
God covers His own with His faithfulness at all times. He provides them with a shield of protection. It assures us that God will be our refuge and that we may seek His protection in times of spiritual and physical danger. The promise of God's security extends to those that trust in Him, those who commit themselves to the will and protection of the Almighty and daily seek to dwell in God's presence. The more fully we abide in Christ and His word, making Him our life and dwelling place, the fuller will be our peace and the greater our deliverance in times of danger (Mat. 23:37; John 15:1—11).
91:10 There shall no evil befall thee. Nothing can happen to a faithful servant except with God's permission. This truth does not mean that there will never be unpleasant or difficult times (Rom. 8:35—36), but that as long as we make God our LORD and refuge, everything that happens to us will work out for our good.
Rom 8:28 All Things Work Together For Good. This passage in the book of Romans, greater encourages the children of God when we must endure suffering in this life. (1) God will bring good out of all affliction, trials, persecution, and suffering; the good that God brings about is conforming us to the image of Christ and ultimately bringing about our glorification. (2) This promise is limited to those who love God and have submitted to Him by faith in Christ (Ex. 20:6; Deut. 7:9; Ps 37:17; Is. 56:4—7; 1 Cor. 2:9). (3) The "all things" do not include our sins and negligence, no one can excuse sin by maintaining that God will work it out for good.
The psalmist communicates God's promise to deliver and protect those who set their hearts on Him. Indeed, the believer whose heart is devoted and submitted to the LORD in this way can count on God to rescue Him and satisfy him with the full length of days ordained for him (91:15—16).
Blessings
Elder Barbara
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