In a warfare context, “surrounded” sounds threatening, but in a social setting, we are comforted when surrounded by friends. That is the same relief we enjoy when we learn that God surrounds us. He protectively encircles us, lovingly enfolds us, and faithfully encloses us in safety.
The news reports much about being surrounded by danger as wars rage around the globe and social wars disturb America. But there is One who surrounds us and protects us. He is before us, behind us, above us, and beneath us—all around us.
Let these verses from the Psalms comfort you:
You go before me and follow me.
You place your hand of blessing on my head. Psalm 139:5
He will cover you with his feathers.
He will shelter you with his wings.
His faithful promises are your armor and protection. Psalm 91:4
I cling to you; your right hand upholds me. Psalm 63:8
Just as the mountains surround Jerusalem,
so the Lord surrounds his people, both now and forever. Psalm 125:2
BARBARA HIGBY 