Read Psalm 91:1-6, 14-16

Monday

Read Psalm 91:1-6, 14-16

Whoever goes to the Lord for safety,

whoever remains under the protection of the Almighty,

²can say to him,

“You are my defender and protector.

You are my God; in you I trust.”

³He will keep you safe from all hidden dangers

and from all deadly diseases.

⁴He will cover you with his wings;

you will be safe in his care;

his faithfulness will protect and defend you.

⁵You need not fear any dangers at night

or sudden attacks during the day

⁶or the plagues that strike in the dark

or the evils that kill in daylight.

¹⁴God says, “I will save those who love me

and will protect those who acknowledge me as Lord.

¹⁵When they call to me, I will answer them;

when they are in trouble, I will be with them.

I will rescue them and honour them.

¹⁶I will reward them with long life;

I will save them.”

Think

"Whoever goes to the LORD for safety..." - Psalm 91:1

In John's gospel Jesus says: "I am the way... no one comes to the father but through me..."  This doesn't mean that Christians have some sort of access control - it is a reminder that Jesus himself is the gate keeper.  Not people.  Not institutions... the Psalmist reminds us that God doesn't turn anyone away.

Pray

Lord, I turn to you for safety.  Thank you for welcoming me into your loving arms.