Verse 9 of Psalm 91 begins with the word 'because.' This is the first of three uses of the word because in the verses that finish out this psalm. The first because is spoken by David. The last two will be spoken by God. But let's not get ahead of ourselves. Here is the verse … Continue reading Promises Made – Because – Psalm 91:9
Treasures Hidden in Psalm 91
With Your Eyes You Shall See the Reward of the Wicked – Psalm 91:8
Only with thine eyes shalt thou behold and see the reward of the wicked. Psalm 91:8 (In case you are wondering why I use the King James Version to state the verse, here it is. Strong's Concordance is based on the KJV. In order to look up the words, you need to know how the … Continue reading With Your Eyes You Shall See the Reward of the Wicked – Psalm 91:8
A Thousand Shall Fall At Thy Side… Psalm 91:7
We all like to see the physical results of our efforts or of God’s dealings. Here in verse seven we will see how He protects and defends us so we can finish our race in victory. Psalm 91:7 A thousand shall fall at thy side, and ten thousand at thy right hand; but it … Continue reading A Thousand Shall Fall At Thy Side… Psalm 91:7
Summary of Psalm 91:5-6
We've uncovered the treasure in Psalm 91: 5-6. The Biblical text says, You shall not be afraid of the terror by night, Nor of the arrow that flies by day, Nor of the pestilence that walks in darkness, Nor of the destruction that lays waste at noonday. Here is a summary of the interpretation through … Continue reading Summary of Psalm 91:5-6
You Shall Not Be Afraid from the Destruction that Lays Waste at Noonday – Psalm 91:6b
I love this picture. Just as this gull is soaring in the heavens, we too are meant to soar above all the enemy's schemes without fear. This part of the verse shouts with praise to our God. "You shall not be afraid -- from the destruction that lays waste at noonday.” Psalm 91:6b Even though … Continue reading You Shall Not Be Afraid from the Destruction that Lays Waste at Noonday – Psalm 91:6b
You Shall Not Be Afraid of the Pestilence that Walks in Darkness Psalm 91:6a
Wow, here we go with the pestilence again -- twice in this psalm. They do get around and we are often caught unaware by their tactics. They pop out of nowhere and grab hold of our attention and our emotions. Once our ‘feelings’ are involved, it is more difficult to send them packing. Verses 5 … Continue reading You Shall Not Be Afraid of the Pestilence that Walks in Darkness Psalm 91:6a
Look Out for the Arrows that Fly by Day – Psalm 91:5b
I love the Amplified version of Psalm 91:5:You shall not be afraid of the terror of the night, nor of the arrow (the evil plots and slanders of the wicked) that flies by day,Normally when Psalm 91 is read, it is directed to protection from physical attack, and while it definitely covers this, the real … Continue reading Look Out for the Arrows that Fly by Day – Psalm 91:5b
You Shall Not Be Afraid of the Terror By Night – Psalm 91:5a
Yanked out of sleep, I sat straight up in bed. I could hear wild howls coming from Shep, our Australian Shepherd. “What on earth is going on?” I mumbled so as not to wake the boys. Fumbling in the dark, I pulled the curtain back and peered out into the dark night. I glanced back … Continue reading You Shall Not Be Afraid of the Terror By Night – Psalm 91:5a
Summary of Hebrew Understanding for Psalm 91:4
Psalm 91:4 says: “He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler.” Here is the Summary of Hebrew understanding we have discovered: When we lean upon God, look to Him to help us, and surrender our ideas and agenda and submitting to … Continue reading Summary of Hebrew Understanding for Psalm 91:4
Truth Shall be Thy Shield and Buckler – Psalm 91:4c
“His truth shall be thy shield and buckler.” Psalm 91:4c This eight word phrase is full of treasures. So much is said about spiritual warfare these days. You are about to discover one of the strongest weapons we have against the enemy. Just the fact that you are digging into these studies is giving the … Continue reading Truth Shall be Thy Shield and Buckler – Psalm 91:4c
Hear God's Heart 