Sovereign Lord,
We humbly come before You seeking Your protection and guidance. We place our trust in Your goodness and faithfulness, knowing that You are ever-present with us. We ask that You would encircle us with Your shield of protection, keeping us safe from harm.
We ask that You would watch over us as we go about our day, and guide us in the paths You have for us. We pray that You would protect us from any harm that may come our way and that You would grant us the strength and courage to face any challenges that may arise.
We also lift up our loved ones before You, asking that You would keep them safe and healthy and that You would watch over them as they go about their day. We trust in Your love and care for us, and know that You will always be with us.
We give You all the praise and honor, for You are our protector and guide. We place our trust in You always. Amen.
Suggested Bible Readings
Psalm 91:1-2 ESV
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High
will abide in the shadow of the Almighty.
I will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress,
my God, in whom I trust.”
Proverbs 18:10 ESV
The name of the Lord is a strong tower;
the righteous man runs into it and is safe.
Isaiah 54:17 ESV
no weapon that is fashioned against you shall succeed,
and you shall refute every tongue that rises against you in judgment.
This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord
and their vindication from me, declares the Lord.
Psalm 27:1 ESV
The Lord is my light and my salvation;
whom shall I fear?
The Lord is the stronghold of my life;
of whom shall I be afraid?
Deuteronomy 31:6 ESV
Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.”
Isaiah 41:10 ESV
fear not, for I am with you;
be not dismayed, for I am your God;
I will strengthen you, I will help you,
I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
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