Bible Verses for Protection

The classics: refuge, fortress, shield.

He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of Yahweh, “He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in whom I trust.” Psalm 91:1-2

He will cover you with his feathers. Under his wings you will take refuge. His faithfulness is your shield and rampart. Psalm 91:4

Lord, I take my place in the shelter of the Most High. In You I put my trust. Cover me, and keep me safe under Your wings. Let me live as someone who is protected, not afraid. In Jesus’ name, amen.

For the people you love.

Yahweh will keep you from all evil. He will keep your soul. Yahweh will keep your going out and your coming in, from this time forward, and forever more. Psalm 121:7-8

As the mountains surround Jerusalem, so Yahweh surrounds his people from this time forward and forever more. Psalm 125:2

Father, I put my family under Your care. Keep them from harm, in the going out and the coming in. Watch over them, because You never slumber. Let them live safely under Your hand. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Every word He says is true, and He is a shield.

Every word of God is flawless. He is a shield to those who take refuge in him. Proverbs 30:5

But let all those who take refuge in you rejoice, Let them always shout for joy, because you defend them. Let them also who love your name be joyful in you. Psalm 5:11

God, every word of Yours is flawless, and You are a shield to those who take refuge in You. Be my shield today. Let me find my safety in You, not in my own strength. In Jesus’ name, amen.

The Lord is faithful, and He guards from the evil one.

But the Lord is faithful, who will establish you, and guard you from the evil one. 2 Thessalonians 3:3

No weapon that is formed against you will prevail; and you will condemn every tongue that rises against you in judgment. This is the heritage of Yahweh’s servants, and their righteousness is of me, says Yahweh. Isaiah 54:17

Lord, You are faithful. Establish me, and guard me from the evil one. No weapon formed against me will prevail. I shelter in You, and I rest in You. In Jesus’ name, amen.

For the road, the flight, the trip.

Yahweh will keep you from all evil. He will keep your soul. Yahweh will keep your going out and your coming in, from this time forward, and forever more. Psalm 121:7-8

Behold, I am with you, and will keep you, wherever you go, and will bring you again into this land. For I will not leave you, until I have done that which I have spoken of to you. Genesis 28:15

Father, I’m on a journey, and I’m asking for Your protection. Keep watch over every mile. Let me not be afraid, because You promised to be with me wherever I go. Bring me home safe. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Start the day under His wing.

Lord, I start this day under Your wings. Keep me safe, keep me steady, keep me close. Thank You for being my refuge. In Jesus’ name, amen.