The Greatness of God's Protection

Sermon Overview:God protects those who trust in him. 1. Who protects? God2. Who is protected? Those who trust in him3. What are those who trust protected from? All sorts of earthly trouble and anything that could eternally harm.4. How does God protect? He tenderly and strongly gives himself and his angels.Digging Deeper:    Read Psalm 911. What troubles you? What keeps you up at night?2. What else do we look to for protection? Our ability (e.g., I'm smart, so I can navigate my way through danger), money (e.g., I'm wealthy, so nothing can touch me), network (e.g., I know good people, so I'll always be taken care of), health (e.g., I'm fit, so I won't have the struggles others do). What is good about these avenues of protection? What is harmful?3. How are all other avenues of protection deficient compared to God's protection?4. How have you experienced God's protection?5. What would you say to someone who reads this passage and concludes that anyone who trusts in God won't have trouble? 6. How does embracing God's protection reorient our perspective when we go through hard times?7. God's protection is both meek (vs. 4: like a bird using her wings to protect her chicks) and mighty (vs. 4: like a sturdy shield). How does knowing God is both caring and powerful in his protection help you?8. How can we help one another trust in God's protection as we go through life's ups and downs?9. If you are a parent, how does understanding God's protection influence your sense of responsibility in protecting your children? In what specific areas do you find it challenging to trust God more with their safety and well-being? How can you grow in your trust in God in these areas?10. How can you articulate your need for God's security to others in a way that encourages them to join you in prayer?11. How can you help your neighbors to find their protection in God?Prayer