Psalm 91:1-4

He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High, Shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress; My God, in Him I will trust.” Surely, He shall deliver you from the snare of the fowler and from the perilous pestilence. He shall cover you with His feathers, And under His wings you shall take refuge; His truth shall be your shield and buckler.

Psalm 91:1-4

On a hot day, even a little shade can bring relief. Today’s passage beautifully illustrates God’s protecting and keeping power. In a world full of dangers and uncertainties, we can find refuge in the shadow of the Almighty. The encouragement is that God is our keeper, watching over us day and night.

As you meditate on this passage in Psalms, are there areas in your life where you need to experience God’s protection more fully? Are there fears or anxieties you need to surrender to Him? Practice dwelling in God’s presence today, consciously abiding under His shadow. If you truly believe God is keeping you in all your ways, wouldn’t that change your outlook and attitude toward today’s concerns?

Pastor Wade O’Neill