Julius Caesar is purported to have said, “There is no fate worse than being continually under guard, for it means you are always afraid.” Today, many corporations are concerned about cyber security, seeking passcodes and specialized programs to build strong walls of protection. Even the U.S. Department of Defense has implicated the Chinese military for hacking into top-security sites. Some Americans, certain of a coming calamity, store up food, water and weapons.

The way of the Lord is a stronghold to the blameless, but destruction to evildoers. Proverbs 10:29

Don’t let fear force you into a fortress mentality. Instead focus on the attributes and promises of God: shelter, shield, safeguard, protector, sanctuary, and a bulwark never failing. Then find freedom in going about your day. Today’s verse reminds you that walking in the Lord’s way assures you will have the defenses you need.

When you pray today, thank Him for the provisions He has made for you to live and walk in His ways, and ask that He would continue to guide and direct you on His path. Then pray for America’s leadership – President Obama, Congress and the courts – to find the Lord and know His ways, then to walk and govern in alignment with Him and His ways.

Recommended Reading: Psalm 18:30-36