Psalms‬ ‭34‬:‭7-8, 10, 18-20

The Lord ’S angel builds a camp around his followers, and he protects them. Give the Lord a chance to show you how good he is. Great blessings belong to those who depend on him!

Even strong lions get weak and hungry, but those who go to the Lord for help will have every good thing.

The Lord is close to those who have suffered disappointment. He saves those who are discouraged. Good people might have many problems, but the Lord will take them all away. He will protect them completely. Not one of their bones will be broken. (‭Psalms‬ ‭34‬:‭7-8, 10, 18-20‬ ERV)

Matthew‬ ‭17‬:‭19-20‬

Then the followers came to Jesus alone. They said, “We tried to force the demon out of the boy, but we could not. Why were we not able to make the demon go out?” Jesus answered, “You were not able to make the demon go out, because your faith is too small. Believe me when I tell you, if your faith is only as big as a mustard seed you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. You will be able to do anything.” (‭Matthew‬ ‭17‬:‭19-20‬ ERV)

Psalms‬ ‭31‬:‭7-8, 14-16, 19-20, 22-23

Your kindness makes me so happy. You have seen my suffering. You know about the troubles I have. You will not let my enemies take me. You will free me from their traps.

Lord, I trust in you. You are my God. My life is in your hands. Save me from those who are persecuting me. Please welcome and accept your servant. Be kind to me and save me.

Lord, you have hidden away many wonderful things for your followers. You have done so many good things for those who trust in you. You have blessed them so that all the world can see. Others make plans to hurt them. They say such bad things about them. But you hide your people in your shelter and protect them.

I was afraid and said, “I am in a place where he cannot see me.” But I prayed to you, and you heard my loud cries for help. Love the Lord, all of you who are his loyal followers. The Lord protects those who are loyal to him. But he punishes those who brag about their own power. He gives them all the punishment they deserve. (‭Psalms‬ ‭31‬:‭7-8, 14-16, 19-20, 22-23‬ ERV)

Psalms‬ ‭31‬:‭1-5‬

Lord, I come to you for protection. Don’t let me be disappointed. You always do what is right, so save me. Listen to me. Come quickly and save me. Be my Rock, my place of safety. Be my fortress and protect me! Yes, you are my Rock and my protection. For the good of your name, lead me and guide me. Save me from the traps my enemy has set. You are my place of safety. Lord, you are the God we can trust. I put my life in your hands. Save me! (‭Psalms‬ ‭31‬:‭1-5‬ ERV)

Psalms‬ ‭30‬:‭5, 7-8, 11-12‬

His anger lasts for a little while, but then his kindness brings life. The night may be filled with tears, but in the morning we can sing for joy!

Yes, Lord, while you were kind to me, I felt that nothing could defeat me. But when you turned away from me, I was filled with fear. So, Lord, I turned and prayed to you. I asked you, Lord, to show me mercy.

You have changed my sorrow into dancing. You have taken away my sackcloth and clothed me with joy. You wanted me to praise you and not be silent. Lord my God, I will praise you forever!
(‭Psalms‬ ‭30‬:‭5, 7-8, 11-12‬ ERV)

Matthew‬ ‭14‬:‭25-31

Between three and six o’clock in the morning, Jesus’ followers were still in the boat. Jesus came to them. He was walking on the water. When they saw him walking on the water, it scared them. “It’s a ghost!” they said, screaming in fear. But Jesus quickly spoke to them. He said, “Don’t worry! It’s me! Don’t be afraid.” Peter said, “Lord, if that is really you, tell me to come to you on the water.” Jesus said, “Come, Peter.” Then Peter left the boat and walked on the water to Jesus. But while Peter was walking on the water, he saw the wind and the waves. He was afraid and began sinking into the water. He shouted, “Lord, save me!” Then Jesus caught Peter with his hand. He said, “Your faith is small. Why did you doubt?” (‭Matthew‬ ‭14‬:‭25-31‬ ERV)

Psalms‬ ‭23‬:‭1-6‬

The Lord is my shepherd. I will always have everything I need. He gives me green pastures to lie in. He leads me by calm pools of water. He restores my strength. He leads me on right paths to show that he is good. Even if I walk through a valley as dark as the grave, I will not be afraid of any danger, because you are with me. Your rod and staff comfort me. You prepared a meal for me in front of my enemies. You welcomed me as an honored guest. My cup is full and spilling over. Your goodness and mercy will be with me all my life, and I will live in the Lord ’S house a long, long time.
(‭Psalms‬ ‭23‬:‭1-6‬ ERV)