Mountains encircle Jerusalem,
and God encircles his people—
always has and always will.
JOHN 17:15 (MSG)
I’m not asking that you take them out of the world
But that you guard them from the Evil One.
THE ESSENCE
God wraps his protectve arms around his people.
DAILY FODDER
Why does God let people struggle free from his protective hug? Why do people want to break free?
PRAYER
Mighty Savior, you have been there for us from day one. At the cross you even broke the gripe Satan had on the world, as you burrowed into death and then broke free. How is it that I so easily forget what you've done and what your Spirit is doing to protect us. I confess that at times I push away and try to slay the dragons on my own and in my own way. Maybe I'm looking for an adrenaline rush. But I know that I need to stay close and in your arms. Keep me mindful of your merciful wrap. I can get through anything with you as my protector. Amen.
THE LORD’S PRAYER (ABP)
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Give us enough food for today.
Forgive us our wrongdoing,
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
