As I think about the Lord being our shield, my mind goes to Psalm 91:1. It says, “He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.” Verse 4 says, “He shall cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you shall take refuge; His truth shall be your shield and buckler.”

Remember what Boaz said? Ruth 2:12 says, “The Lord repay your work, and a full reward be given you by the Lord God of Israel, under whose wings you have come for refuge.” The above three verses are talking about who or what we place our trust in.

Our faith is always under attack. That is why the Lord provided a shield for us. Think of something the size of a door on its side. It is covered in pitch. As the flaming arrow hits, it is extinguished immediately. I call it ‘my door-shield of faith.’

The Holy Spirit dwells within. He knows the fiery dart is coming. He fortifies and strengthens our faith as we hide God’s word in our hearts.