Day: October 14, 2025

TODAY’S WORD: Understanding Psalm 91: Trust and Assurance in God

HIGH FIVE! (6-1!)

Psalm 91 is a powerful declaration of divine protection, trust, and refuge, often invoked during times of fear, illness, or uncertainty. It reassures believers of God’s faithful shelter and deliverance from danger.

Here’s a deeper look at its significance:

🛡️ Theme of Divine Protection

  • “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty” (verse 1) sets the tone: those who remain close to God are shielded from harm.
  • The psalm promises deliverance from “deadly pestilence,” “terror of the night,” and “arrows that fly by day”—symbolic of both physical and spiritual threats.

🙌 Faith and Trust in God

  • The speaker declares, “I will say to the Lord, ‘My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust’” (verse 2), emphasizing a personal relationship with God built on trust.
  • This trust is not passive—it’s active reliance, especially in adversity. The psalm encourages believers to speak faith aloud.

🕊️ Imagery of Shelter and Care

  • God is portrayed as a protective bird: “He will cover you with his pinions, and under his wings you will find refuge” (verse 4). This evokes tenderness and safety.
  • His “faithfulness is a shield and buckler”—a metaphor for unwavering defense.

👁️ Spiritual Assurance Amid Chaos

  • Verses like “A thousand may fall at your side, ten thousand at your right hand, but it will not come near you” (verse 7) offer bold assurance that God’s protection transcends visible danger.
  • The psalm doesn’t deny the existence of evil—it affirms that those who dwell in God’s presence are spiritually secure.

👼 Angelic Guardianship

  • “He will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways” (verse 11) is one of the most quoted lines, even referenced during Jesus’ temptation in the wilderness (Matthew 4:6).
  • It suggests divine intervention through unseen forces, reinforcing the theme of supernatural care.

🌍 Timeless Relevance

  • Psalm 91 is often recited during plagues, wars, and personal crises. Its poetic structure and vivid imagery make it a spiritual anchor for many.
  • Whether attributed to Moses or David, its anonymous authorship adds to its universal accessibility—anyone can claim its promises.

Kevin, given your spiritual depth and poetic sensibility, Psalm 91 might resonate as both a prayer and a proclamation. If you ever feel called to write a reflection or prayer inspired by it, I AM HERE.

THANKS… COME WITH ME… Gotta get this day going! (LET’S MAKE THAT FANTASY FOOTBALL CERTIFICATE)

THANKS BE TO GOD!