Shield

“Fear not, Abram: I am thy shield.”

Genesis 15:1

Jesus gives us protection, both physically and spiritually. He knows that we live in a world that can be scary and dangerous at times. He doesn’t expect us to face it on our own.

While ministering in Galilee, Jesus and and His disciples would often travel by sea. When their boat got caught in a dangerous storm, Jesus “rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.” (Mark 4:39)

Jesus protected those in the boat with Him. When we put our trust in Him and are in “His boat”, we can rest assured that He will keep us safe, too.

“Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him.”

Proverbs 30:5

Thoughts about Jesus Christ—our Advocate, our Savior, and our Friend.

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Questions To Ponder On

How does Jesus protect us in times of fear or danger?

Jesus gives us protection, both physically and spiritually. He knows that we live in a world that can be scary and dangerous at times, and He doesn’t expect us to face it on our own.

What does the story of Jesus calming the storm teach us about His care?

When their boat got caught in a dangerous storm, Jesus “rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.” Jesus protected those in the boat with Him.

What reassurance does God give in the scriptures?

In Genesis 15:1 it says, “Fear not, Abram: I am thy shield.” God offers Himself as our shield, giving us courage not to fear.

Who is God a shield for, according to the scriptures?

In Proverbs 30:5 it says, “Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him.”