APRIL 10, Psalm 121:1-8 

Whenever someone travels overseas, the adults in church will pray for safety and God’s mercy journey for the traveller. Even at home we pray for safety especially for our children. It is because we are surrounded by danger all the time. We hear news of plane crashes, road accidents, tsunamis and fires that do kill up to hundreds. Some are natural disasters and some are caused by equipment faults or human error. Whatever they may be, Christians are assured that God is in control. That is why we pray for protection.

God has given us His promise of constant protection and preservation wherever we are. The traveller (as described in Psalm 121) looked to the hills for help and comfort. His journey was treacherous and the hot sun, the cold nights and wild animals all posed threats to his life. He could stumble anytime and die. His body could even be a feast for vultures! So, he wisely looked to God. No one but God is able to watch over him all the time. God “will not suffer thy foot to be moved.” God would never doze off or sleep for a moment. He is constantly watching over us.

Thought: God will keep me safe, so there is nothing to fear.

Prayer: Thank You Heavenly Father, for Your promise to protect me. Keep me from yielding to evil temptations. Keep me safe both indoors and outdoors. I pray in Jesus’ name. Amen.