During
these dangerous and uncertain times, it’s easy to find
ourselves feeling afraid. And there is nothing the
enemy enjoys more than seeing God’s people live in
fear. But we do not need to be afraid! God knows what
lies ahead in these last days, and He has everything
we need to see us through to victory over the enemy.
The LORD gives wisdom, and from his mouth come
knowledge and understanding. He holds victory in store
for the upright, he is a shield to those whose walk is
blameless, for he guards the course of the just and
protects the way of his faithful ones.
(Prov. 2:6-8)
As a mother, you know only too well that overriding
desire to protect your children from harm. You deal
with it every time you send your children out the door
to school or watch your teenagers drive off with their
friends.
What can you do as a mother to ensure that your
children are protected every moment of the day?
I began seeking the Lord about this after my cousin
Nikki was killed in a car accident involving a drunk
driver. Nikki was Miss "On Fire for God," one of the
most phenomenal people I have ever known. Nikki's
death was a huge wake-up call for me.
I prayed, "Lord, I want You to show me how we let this
happen. What do we need to do to make sure it never
happens again?"
God immediately began to answer that prayer. He taught
me four primary things we must do to ensure the
protection of those we love:
Plead the blood of Jesus
Take advantage of angelic protection
Listen to our spirits
Discipline our children
Developing rock-solid confidence in these principles
is the goal you should be aiming for as a believer,
and as you do, your faith will grow and you can know
that your children—as well as all whom you love—are
safe.
Make Your Day Count
Gather your children around you today. Plead the blood
of Jesus over them, and send forth their angels to
protect them. Ask God to teach you to hear His voice,
to make you aware of danger.
Remind your children as you discipline them that the
Bible promises long life to those who will honor and
obey their parents.