Family Day 13: Faith that acts as a shield and banner
Today's Scripture
The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and He helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise Him. The Lord is the strength of His people, a fortress of salvation for His anointed one.
— Psalm 28:7-8 (NIV)
Reflect on the Word
What does a shield do? It protects a soldier in battle. What does it mean to say God is our strength? It means that we can turn to God for strength when we need it. Today’s reading reminds us it is God that we can turn to in hard times. He is the one who will protect us and will give us strength when we are tired and afraid.
How have you seen God’s protection or strength in the past? Looking back at God’s faithfulness is a great way to remember that God is present with us, even in the hardest situations we face. He is our strength, and we can trust Him with all our fears, our worries—anything!
Where do you need God to be your strength or protection today? God hears your prayers. As we experience His protection and strength, our faith grows. And as our faith grows strong, we display God’s love and power to those around us.
Family Fun Moment
Family shield: Create a shield to represent your family's 21 Days of Prayer + Fasting journy.
Suggested Materials: Paper Plate (or piece of cardboard), foil, glue or stapler, permanent markers or paint, and stickers
Directions:
- Cover the base. Wrap your paper plate or cardboard in foil. Smooth it down and glue or staple it to stay in place.
- Divide the shield. Using a marker, draw lines to divide the shield into sections-one for each of your family members.
- Choose a word or a verse. What is something you've learned about God during this prayer journey? Or, is there a verse that has stood out to you and your family? Share and record responses from each of your family members on the shield with words or drawings.
- Decorate. Add stickers and drawings to decorate the shield.
Let's Pray!
Our trust grows as we become more aware of God's presence. Share examples of how you've seen God at work in the past. Share what feels hard or scary right now, taking time to pray for each person.