“The LORD will keep you from all harm—he will watch over your life; the LORD will watch over your coming and going both now and forever more.”
Psalm 121:7-8
I’m a multi-tasker, and I’m always thinking of logistics when it comes to events, trips, or large groups. I naturally find myself giving direction, solving problems, and making sure things run smoothly. However, my own self-sufficiency can be my downfall when I realize I cannot keep it all together despite my best efforts. Thankfully, this points me to my heavenly Father, the only One in whom “all things hold together” (Colossians 1:17).
In Psalm 121, the Hebrew word for “keep” or “watch over” is shamar, meaning to protect as a shepherd guards his flock. A good shepherd is vigilant, giving 24/7 care. Jesus Christ is that Good Shepherd. His promises stand, and He will not let us be undone.
Does this mean that we, His flock, will never experience trouble? No. Trouble will abound, but ultimately, no harm will defeat you. God’s main concern is the protection of your eternal soul, and that is something He’s not indifferent about. If He has allowed a specific challenge into your life, He has already provided the “keeping power” to walk you through it.
In Psalm 121, the Hebrew word for “keep” or “watch over” is shamar, meaning to protect as a shepherd guards his flock. A good shepherd is vigilant, giving 24/7 care. Jesus Christ is that Good Shepherd. His promises stand, and He will not let us be undone.
Does this mean that we, His flock, will never experience trouble? No. Trouble will abound, but ultimately, no harm will defeat you. God’s main concern is the protection of your eternal soul, and that is something He’s not indifferent about. If He has allowed a specific challenge into your life, He has already provided the “keeping power” to walk you through it.
Scripture Focus
2 Thessalonians 3:1-5
Insight
“He who has God for his keeper is safe indeed. … He will keep your soul, which is the most precious part of you.” (Charles Spurgeon, 1865)
Bible In A Year
- Job 15-16
- Psalm 50
- Luke 13