Notes on Hope Devotional

Angels on Guard

 Psalm 91:11 NIV
 For he will command his angels concerning you
    to guard you in all your ways

This past weekend, my son and daughter brought down the red and green tubs in the garage filled with Christmas decorations.  I was instructed to “get to it” and do some decorating. Amidst the boxes, I found the collection of angels I’ve acquired over the years.

In the Christmas story, I have an affinity for the angels. They had the premier privilege of coming to Mary, Joseph, and the shepherds, announcing the news of the coming Savior.

Today’s verse gives a slightly different job description of angels.

They are considered bodyguards, protecting and on the lookout for us. It appears they are recipients of instructions, commanded by God, “concerning you.” Like soldiers receiving orders from their commanding officer, angels have duties to protect us.

As I read this verse and ponder, I sense a tenderness and security of being looked after, taken care of, and kept safe.

A few years ago, after taking off my wedding ring, I started wearing my husband’s Fitbit. On a trip to Costco, I went in wearing it, and came home without it. Thinking I lost it on the way, I looked in the car, in my purse, in the driveway, and in the box of items I bought at Costco. Frustrated, I decided to call Costco and ask if they had found a Fitbit. The person on the phone went to check. As I waited on the phone, I prayed, “Please, Lord.” The words I heard said, “Is it green?” I said, “Yes!” Something I loved because it belonged to my husband was found. I felt taken care of in a special way, seen in my circumstances, and surrounded by a force of protection.

What are you facing today that creates fear? What areas have you seen God order His angels to guard and protect you? Let’s be on the lookout for the ways God “commands his angels concerning” us. 

Dear Heavenly Father,
Thank You for sending angels to guard us in all our ways. Give us eyes to see You protecting us from, guarding us in, and taking care of us throughout the day. In Jesus Name, Amen.