PROTECTOR AND DELIVERER

Psalm 140, written by King David, expresses his heartfelt plea for God's protection and deliverance from the threats posed by violent and wicked enemies. His enemies were relentless in their attempts to destroy him. He was surrounded by their evil schemes, lies, and traps. The only way out for him was God. David prayed this prayer in Psalm 140:6-8: "I say to the Lord, 'You are my God.' Hear, Lord, my cry for mercy. Sovereign Lord, my strong deliverer, you shield my head in the day of battle. Do not grant the wicked their desires, Lord; do not let their plans succeed." In the midst of being surrounded by his enemies, King David put his faith in God. In his prayer, he described God in several ways: as Sovereign, Lord, a strong deliverer, and a shield over his head in the day of battle. He recognized that God was sovereign. God has control over all His creation, including all the events and history of humankind. God is the LORD who rules over His creation. God is the strong deliverer who has the supreme strength to save anyone. And God is the shield or the protector of His people. As David prayed this prayer, he was encouraged and strengthened by his faith in God.

Have you ever found yourself in a tricky situation, surrounded by people who don't have your best interests at heart? It can be tough to handle their lies and schemes, and you might wonder how you'll make it through! When we find ourselves in this very difficult and challenging situation, we need to remind ourselves who God is and rely on Him. God sees everything, and He knows all the lies and schemes of the enemies. As we place our trust in God, He will work everything out, providing protection and deliverance for us. God will eventually judge those who cause lies and deceptions for selfish and evil gain. In Psalm 140:12-13, King David says, "I know that the Lord secures justice for the poor and upholds the cause of the needy. Surely the righteous will praise your name, and the upright will live in your presence." God will not allow evil to go unpunished, so let us continue to trust God and wait for his deliverance. Even if God allows our enemies to take our lives, we are still secure in the presence of God, but our enemies, if they do not repent, will face the final judgment of God. 

Our God is sovereign, Lord, a strong deliverer, and a shield (protector). No matter what our enemies sow lies and deception against us, God is much stronger than our enemies. God is our ultimate protector and deliverer.  

Questions for application: (Think through these questions carefully, meditate on them while answering them, and let the Spirit of God speak to you.) What should I do when I am under attack by lies and deception? Why is it important to trust God when my enemy attacks me? Describe who God is to me. 

Take a moment to write down all your worries today. Then, lift them to God in prayer, surrendering them to His will and trusting in His guidance.

Prayer:

Father in Heaven, You are sovereign, LORD, a strong deliverer, and my shield. Please help me to trust in You when my enemies try to destroy me with their lies and deception. You know everything that is going on around me. Please expose my enemies' lies and deceptions so that they can be corrected and discredited. Thank you for being my protector and deliverer. In your name, Jesus, I pray. Amen.