Have you seen the scene of the soldiers landing on the beaches of Normandy in the movie “Saving Private Ryan?” or movies depicting Colonial battles with soldiers lined up shoulder to shoulder opposite their opponents firing at each other across the open field? Do you ever wonder how anyone survived these death defying experiences?

Some may say it was just luck, or coincidence, but I believe God has a plan for each of us, and we are not powerful enough to end our lives before God’s plan for us is fulfilled. Psalm 91:7-11 writes about this, “Though a thousand fall at your side, though ten thousand are dying around you, these evils will not touch you. Just open your eyes, and see how the wicked are punished. If you make the Lord your refuge, if you make the Most High your shelter, no evil will conquer you; no plague will come near your home. For he will order his angels to protect you wherever you go.”

In verses 14-15 he says, “The Lord says, “I will rescue those who love me. I will protect those who trust in my name. When they call on me, I will answer; I will be with them in trouble.”

This entire chapter is a comforting promise that God will be there to comfort and protect us. Remember to read Psalm 91 if you face fearful situations.

Dear Lord, Thank you that we know we are not alone when we face terrifying situations. Help us act with the confidence that all is under your control, and if it is our time to come home to you, or not, it is in your powerful and loving hands. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.