The Fear of the Lord Brings Help and Protection

The Fear of the Lord is a profound reverence and awe towards God

“You who fear the Lord, trust in the Lord! He is their help and their shield.” (Psalm 115:11 ESV)

God’s Provision and Protection

Two things mentioned in the above passage for those who fear the Lord, are God’s help and shield. The word “help” represents God’s provision and the word “shield” represents God’s protection. Even though there are many of Bible verses about God’s provision and protections, here are three each that define both of them.

• God’s Provision:

“And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” (Phil. 4:19 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.” (Isa. 41:10 ESV)

“Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” (Heb. 4:16 ESV)

• God’s Protection:

“He will cover you with his pinions, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness is a shield and buckler.” (Psalm 81:4 ESV)

“My God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold and my refuge, my savior; you save me from violence. I call upon the Lord, who is worthy to be praised, and I am saved from my enemies.” (2 Sam. 22:3-4 ESV)

“The Lord will fight for you, and you have only to be silent.” (Exo. 14:14 ESV)

Therefore

“And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work.” (2 Cor. 9:8 ESV)

“But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them ever sing for joy, and spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may exult in you.” (Psalm 5:11 ESV)