Protection Prayers

Life can sometimes be unpredictable and scary, which is why faith in God is a powerful tool for navigating the unknown. Prayer, in particular, can help people cope with and overcome the worries and fears that can be crippling in a world plagued by various problems and evils.

There is a long tradition in the Jewish faith of God being seen as a protector - the feast of passover celebrates this, and this theme permeates much of the Old Testament writing. In the Christian faith, not only does the Lord promise to be with his people always, but His presence is said to guard their inner beings. When Paul wrote to the Church in Philippi, he encouraged them with these words

When we pray for God's protection, we can remind ourselves that we live in this long tradition of faith in a God as guard and protector.

Protection is on our minds daily. In a world filled with hatred, danger, and violence, how should we respond? Our children and families are at risk, and we shoulder the responsibility for their security. What can we do to shield them from harm? How can we enlist God's help for their safety?

God has ordained prayer as the vital force we can all use to guard us and our loved ones from the evil around us. If that's your desire, here are several prayers that might help you voice your thoughts to God

God is the great Protector. His name in Hebrew to describe this is Jehovah-Nissi. He is the One who defends, delivers, covers, preserves, shelters and watches over us. Sometimes we need to call upon Him in our prayers for protection.