Psalm 91 is often referred to as “the soldier’s psalm,” referring to God’s protection in times of crisis. Our key verse four, reminds us that we will always be protected by our God, no matter what, because His faithfulness toward us is our shield and buckler. 

At the beginning of my teaching career, I was declared, “surplus” due to a drop in student enrollment. When the school year ended, I did not have a job for the upcoming school year. This was my first teaching job after graduating from college, and navigating this dilemma seemed almost impossible. Where could I go to find another teaching job elsewhere and without travel funds? 

Believing in God’s unfailing love, I worked many odd jobs as I sought God’s answer. After one year, I received a message to re-apply to the school system and was granted a full-time teaching position. I can only declare that God’s protection keeps us.