Take your shield and armor and come to my rescue. Lift up your spear and war ax against those who pursue me. Promise that you will save me.

Psalm 35:2-3

Then I will be glad because of the LORD; I will be happy because he saved me. With all my heart I will say to the LORD, "There is no one like you. You protect the weak from the strong, the poor from the oppressor."

Psalm 35:9-10

Concentrate on God’s goodness and depend on it. – Our circumstances do not change the truth that the LORD is good all the time. (Nahum 1:7)

Stay true to your convictions. – Daniel refused to give in when he was surrounded by the ungodly. (Daniel 1)

Immerse yourself in the Bible. – Listen to God in His Word. (Psalm119:49-50)

Do good for those who oppose you. – Return good for evil. (Matthew 5:44)

Trust God to be your companion. – He will never leave you, and He won’t forsake you. (Hebrews 13:5)

Our Daily Bread – November 5, 2001