Psalm 91

Psalm 91

1 Those who live in the shelter of the Most High
will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty.2 This I declare about the LORD:
He alone is my refuge, my place of safety;
he is my God, and I trust him.3 For he will rescue you from every trap
and protect you from deadly disease.4 He will cover you with his feathers.
He will shelter you with his wings.
His faithful promises are your armor and protection.5 Do not be afraid of the terrors of the night,
nor the arrow that flies in the day.6 Do not dread the disease that stalks in darkness,
nor the disaster that strikes at midday.7 Though a thousand fall at your side,
though ten thousand are dying around you,
these evils will not touch you.8 Just open your eyes,
and see how the wicked are punished.9 If you make the LORD your refuge,
if you make the Most High your shelter,10 no evil will conquer you;
no plague will come near your home.11 For he will order his angels
to protect you wherever you go.12 They will hold you up with their hands
so you won’t even hurt your foot on a stone.13 You will trample upon lions and cobras;
you will crush fierce lions and serpents under your feet!14 The LORD says, “I will rescue those who love me.
I will protect those who trust in my name.15 When they call on me, I will answer;
I will be with them in trouble.
I will rescue and honor them.16 I will reward them with a long life
and give them my salvation.”

PSALMS 91

The [Lord] Is My Fortress

1 Live under the protection
of God Most High
and stay in the shadow
of God All-Powerful.

2 Then you will say to the [Lord],
“You are my fortress,
my place of safety;
you are my God,
and I trust you.”

3 The Lord will keep you safe
from secret traps
and deadly diseases.

4 He will spread his wings
over you
and keep you secure.
His faithfulness is like
a shield or a city wall.t

5 You won't need to worry
about dangers at night
or arrows during the day.

6 And you won't fear diseases
that strike in the dark
or sudden disaster at noon.

7 You will not be harmed,
though thousands fall
all around you.

8 And with your own eyes
you will see the punishment
of the wicked.

9 The [Lord] Most High
is your fortress.
Run to him for safety,

10 and no terrible disasters
will strike you
or your home.

11  t God will command his angels
to protect you
wherever you go.

12  t They will carry you
in their arms,
and you won't hurt your feet
on the stones.

13  t You will overpower
the strongest lions
and the most deadly snakes.

14 The Lord says, “If you love me
and truly know who I am,
I will rescue you
and keep you safe.

15 When you are in trouble,
call out to me.
I will answer and be there
to protect and honor you.

16 You will live a long life
and see my saving power.”