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 " The Lord Is a Shield" from our Playlist “Overcoming Adversity. 

Full Title: The Lord Is a Shield Over Your Life

Author: Jefferson Otonbara Imgbi

Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026

Key Bible Verse: "The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me."  
—  Psalm 28:7 

The Series Subtitle:  The Lord Is a Shield. Part 5 

Affirmation: "The Lord is my strength and my shield. I am covered, protected, and sustained in every battle. My heart trusts in Him, and He helps me in all things."

The Sure Word for Today

Dayy 5: A Shield Over Your Family and Future

Concern for family and the future can quietly become a source of fear. Psalm 28:7 reminds you that the Lord is your shield, not only for today but for what lies ahead. God’s protection extends beyond the present moment. He stands guard over your home, your relationships, your children, and the paths they will walk. You are not solely responsible for securing tomorrow. God is already there.

Noah built the ark while trusting God with his household. He obeyed in faith, and God shielded his family through the storm. The protection did not come from Noah’s skill alone but from God’s covering over his obedience. In the same way, your role is faith and stewardship. God’s role is protection and preservation. His shield covers what your hands cannot reach.

Today, release fear about what may happen next. God’s shield is already positioned over your family and your future. He guards decisions you have not yet made and paths you have not yet walked. When anxiety tries to take control, remember that divine protection does not depend on your ability to foresee every outcome. It rests on God’s faithfulness to cover what matters to you most.

Listen and watch this episode of the Sure Word for Today on YouTube

Connect: Your Challenge and Response

You may worry about loved ones or feel pressure to secure every outcome ahead. The right response is to trust that God’s covering extends beyond your reach and into every unseen tomorrow.

Extend: Faith in Action

Speak a declaration of protection over your family today. Replace fear-filled thoughts with words of trust and confidence in God’s covering and guidance.

Reflection And Application

What concerns do you carry about your family or future? How would your peace change if you fully trusted that God is already shielding what you care about most?

Inspirational Quote by Jefferson Otonbara Imgbi

"The future feels safer when you realise it is already covered. Trust grows when you know protection is in place before fear arrives."

Listen and Watch this Episode of Inspirational Quotes by Jefferson on YouTube

Let Us Pray

Lord, I place my family and my future under Your shield. Cover every relationship, decision, and step ahead. Remove fear from my heart and replace it with confidence in Your protection. Guard what matters to me and guide what lies ahead with wisdom and peace. I trust You to sustain and protect all that concerns me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Here are the links to some of our YouTube Playlist:

Mental Health Conditions          Inspirational Quotes by Jefferson      Mental Illness and Recovery

A Final Thought with Jefferson   The Sure Word Audio and Video Blog Post    Living with Purpose
 
Overcoming Adversity                Faith and Despair               Inspiration for Uncertain Times

Words of Encouragement          The Bible Verse of the Day    Spiritual Motivation

Covid-19 & Coronavirus            Strength and Bravery          Conflicts And Resolution

Personal and Spiritual Growth    Time Management               The Sure Word Capsule
                 
Marriage and Relationship