The Shelter of the Most High

The Shelter of the Most High

(An adaptation from Psalm 91)

Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High 

Will rest in his shadow in whom they rely. 

I will confess the Lord as my fortress and refuge 

Whom I have trusted since my youth. 

Surely He will save you from the Fowler's snare. 

And from the deadly pestilence that you find there. 

He will cover you with his feathers and His wings 

And you will not fear the world or anything. 

His faithfulness will always be evident to see.

Especially in times when terror reigns heavily. 

But no need to fear because of the arrow that flies by day. 

Or the the plagues that may come your way. 

You may witness wars and see thousand fall all around. 

But He will protect you, no harm will ever be found. 

You will observe with your eyes God’s judgments then.

When He visits the sins upon men. 

If you say the Lord is my refuge, and make Him your dwelling. 

No harm or disaster will befall you is what you will be telling.

For His angels will take care of you in all that you do

In this world of danger and violence, they will watch over you. 

You will tread the cobra, the serpent and lion 

Because you love God and made Him the one you rely on. 

Because you acknowledge Him, He will answer your prayer. 

He will deliver and honor you and always be there.

©2025 Sandra C. Johnson