6 Powerful Ways God Promises to Protect You

Promise #1: He Will Answer When You Call Him

Promise #2: He Will Guide You Safely Every Day

“Don’t turn your back on wisdom for she will protect you; love her, and she will guard you.”—Proverbs 4:6, NLT

Promise #3: You Have Protection From Harm

“Surely he will save you from the fowler’s snare and from the deadly pestilence. He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.”—Psalm 91:3-4, New International Version

Promise #4: You Will Sleep Peacefully

“When you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.”—Proverbs 3:24, NIV

Promise #5: He Will Give You a Way Out

“God is faithful…he will also provide a way out.”—1 Corinthians 10:13, NIV

Promise #6: He Will Give You the Victory

“Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph.”—2 Corinthians 2:14 

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