God is a protective shield for all who will stand behind him.
ROMANS 4:18 (NLT)
Even when there was no reason for hope, Abraham kept hoping—believing that he would become the father of many nations.
THE ESSENCE
We start to realize our place in the world when we stand behind God.
DAILY FODDER
How confident did Abraham feel when God told him that he'd be the father of many nations? Do you think his confidence grew over time? Why or why not? What stimulates hope and confidence in you?
PRAYER
God of resilent hope, thank you for opening a world of promise like you did for Abraham and Sarah. When your brilliant possibilities are hidden from me, draw me deeper into your covenantal love. Shield me from my own doubts and internal resistance. Help me to trust your protection so I can do something brave in your name. Amen. (Daily Texts, Ground Up Grace edition)
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.
