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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: Saturday, January 31, 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 7

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

Day  7: Living Like You Are Shielded

Knowing that the Lord is your shield changes how you live. Psalm 28:7 declares that when your heart trusts in Him, He helps you. Living like you are shielded means you stop moving through life with constant fear and hesitation. You no longer brace yourself for impact at every turn. Instead, you walk with assurance, knowing that divine protection surrounds your decisions, your steps, and your future.

David lived with this confidence. He did not deny danger, but he refused to let fear control his posture. Whether facing battles or making decisions, he trusted God’s covering. That trust shaped how he spoke, how he stood, and how he moved forward. When you believe you are shielded, courage replaces panic, and faith replaces constant worry. Your confidence comes from protection, not circumstance.

Today, live like someone who is covered. Let your choices reflect trust, not fear. Let your posture show assurance, not anxiety. You may not see every outcome yet, but you do not need to. God’s shield is already in place. Walk forward with confidence, stand firm in uncertainty, and rest in the truth that you are guarded, sustained, and protected in every season of your life.

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

Connect: Your Challenge and Response

You may find yourself reacting to life with caution shaped by fear. The right response is to adjust your posture and live with confidence, knowing God stands between you and what seeks to harm you.

Extend: Faith in Action

Make one decision today from a place of trust rather than fear. Let your action reflect the confidence of someone who knows they are protected.

Reflection And Application

How would your daily choices change if you truly lived like you were shielded? What fears would lose their grip if trust became your default posture?

Inspirational Quote by Jefferson Otonbara Imgbi

"Confidence grows when you stop bracing for impact and start living as someone already covered and protected."

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

Let Us Pray

Lord, teach me to live with confidence rooted in Your protection. Help me to walk forward without fear, trusting that You stand between me and every threat. Let my life reflect assurance, courage, and peace as I rest under Your shield each day. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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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