And whenever I am tempted to feel overconfident, sure that God will arrange my own preferred version of the future, I look at Psalm 91 and remember that Jim Elliot loved these words, and he died, anyway. If only, I pray. (2nd Trumpet) 23 I will spend MY Arrows on them. Shadow : God is over and beyond usseeing more than we see and knowing more than we know. With long life will I satisfy them, the last line of Psalm 91 reads. . The writer testifies that God is his refuge and fortress, using words that imply places of safety and security (Psalm 91:1-2). As a psalm of protection, it is commonly invoked in times of hardship. at Yeshuas (Jesus) 2nd coming & 1,000 year reign! The Psalmist asks G-D to be able to escape this trap. Psalm 91:1-3 God the Deliverer. Moving onward to the end of Psalm 91, we are reminded and see that God is the rescuer through Jesus. It was massively used in the First World War, when it acquired a whole body of legend and mythology, such as this story from the Military Christian Fellowship of Australia: I found a story circulating that tells of a Brigade commander in WWI who gave a little card with Psalm 91 on it to his men who were in the Brigade of the same number91st Brigade. Satan is quoting Psalm 91. . 91 He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. Originally published Monday, 11 May 2020. Psalm 91 He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. Leviticus 26:25, 33, 36-37, Deuteronomy 32:25, 41-42, YHWHs consistent THEME of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation is the Blessings & Curses ofDeuteronomy Chapters 27-33! As the psalm declares. [ a] 2 I will say of the Lord, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust." 3 Surely he will save you from the fowler's snare and from the deadly pestilence. The first word in the verse is usually the emphasis of the verse, so the emphasis in Psalm 91 is "yashav" (to sit down). The meaning is, that whenever, or in whatever form, calamity comes which sweeps away the race - whether at midnight or at noon - whether in the form of pestilence, war, or famine - he who trusts in God need not - will not - be afraid. Concordia Publishing House (CPH) is the publisher of The Lutheran ChurchMissouri Synod (LCMS) dedicated to spreading the Gospel message of Jesus Christ throughout the whole world. A key and final curse of . 11 There will be great earthquakes, and in various places famines and pestilences. 4 e He shall cover you with His feathers, And under His wings you . We have a God who works everything for good (Romans 8:28), but as Christians, we are promised troubles. 2 c I will say of the LORD, "He is my refuge and my fortress; My God, in Him I will trust.". Luke 21:10-11 10 Then he said to them, Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. I finally decided that I had the time to read my Bible. A note from a college friend, a post in a Facebook group, and a random opening of my Bible have all brought my attention to Psalm 91. If you havent already, take a moment now to read Psalm 91 before we dive in. Jeremiah 16:3-4 7. Friends of friends who have been hospitalized. 24 They shall be wasted withHUNGER(3rd & 4th Seals), Devoured byPESTILENCE(4th Seal) and bitter destruction; I will also send against them theTEETH of BEASTS (4th Seal) 42 I will make MyARROWS (Seal 1) drunk with blood, Ezekiel 5:16-17 when I send against you the deadly ARROWS of famine (3rd & 4th Seals), ARROWS for destruction, which I will send to destroy you, and when I bring more and more famine (3rd & 4th Seals) upon you and break your supply of bread. (Gods Arrows Not the Devils!) Priests, Kings & Judges in Revelation & the Bible! Psalms 91:14 NIV "Because he loves me ," says the LORD, "I will rescue him; Love of God is scripturally defined as obedience & keeping God's commands! I wish there were more Scripture explanations on Gods Judgement.. People want to know His Mercy and Love, but not His Justice.. Sad. 2 I will say to the Lord, My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.. "Moses spoke of God as the dwelling-place, the habitation, the home of man. Nor for the pestilence that walketh in darkness. Psalm 91 CONTEXT: The Septuagint (LXX: Greek version of the Old Testament) attributes this psalm to David, but that remains in question. These vary from natural disasters, to animals, diseases, and enemies, whether those come at night or during the day. Find downloadable sheet music for organ, handbell, and choirs to use in your church this Christmas season from the CPH Music Subscription. Do Not Fear War, 2nd & 4th Seals Matthew 24:6 Do Not Fear 2nd Trumpet Psalms 46:2-3 Do Not Fear What you are about to suffer Rev 2:10, 12:11 Do Not Fear Man Hebrews 13:6, Matthew 10:28 Do Not Fear Plague or Pestilence, 4th Seal Psalms 91:5-6, (ESV) He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. more on Revelations 3 Depopulation Predictions page link? Share this: Tweet Share WhatsApp Previous Post Psalm 91 Membership . He will feel either that he will be preserved from its ravages, or that if he is cut off he has nothing to fear. Pre-Trib Rapture Lie Death Sentence at Rev 22 & Jer 14, 7 Scriptures Predicting Animal Destruction, Satanic Signs, Wonders & Miracles During Revelation, How Judgment Begins with Gods Household 1 Pet 4:17. that is, thou shall not be afraid: some think respect is had to a pestilential hot wind, common in the eastern countries, which begins to blow about eight o'clock in a morning, and is hottest at noon; which instantly suffocates persons, burns them, and reduces them to ashes presently, which the Arabs call "sammiel", or a poison wind (s). Its rider was named DEATH, & HADES was following close behind him. 11 There will be great earthquakes, and in various places famines and. Its one of those pieces of Scripture that seems to speak directly to us today and now. 57:4-6; 64:1-6 ). Praise be to Christ that we can be assured of ultimate victory over every evil. Psalm 91 1 Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. The 4th Seal Incorporates the Language of Seal 2 & 3 and adds a specific quantity of population reduction. 2 I will say of the Lord, 'He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.' 3 Surely he will save you from the fowler's snare and from the deadly pestilence. We abide in our God, who is a shelter. As we remind ourselves that Psalm 91 is "the Protection Promise" of God, these verses detail just what we receive protection from. Now, this isnt saying that we wont get a disease or that we wont be affected by troubles. The thought that comes foremost to our mind when we hear the word . . I will be with them in trouble. Either three years of famine, or three months of devastation by your foes while the sword of your enemies overtakes you, or else three days of the sword of the Lord, pestilence on the land, with the angel of the Lord destroying throughout all the territory of Israel.' Now decide what answer I shall return to him who sent me." Ezekiel 14:21 For thus says the Lord God: How much more when I send upon Jerusalem MY 4 DISASTROUS ACTS OF JUDGMENT, sword, FAMINE, wild beasts, and pestilence, to cut off from it man and beast! If only it doesnt come near me or the ones I love. Safe from the deadly pestilence you will not fear it will not come near youLike rubbing a lucky pebble tucked away in my pocket, my mind returns again and again to these promises. Hence, when Psalm 91 claims that abiding in God leads to rescue from "the deadly pestilence" (Ps 91:3), this signals a reversal of the curse of the covenant. We can rest in His shadow. It imagines the believer surrounded by threats, but nevertheless passing through unharmed, defended by angels. Psalm 91:6, CSB: the plague that stalks in darkness, or the pestilence that ravages at noon. All five missionaries died. Surely he will save you from the fowlers snare. Blessings for Obedience or Curses for Disobedience!. The one who abides in the shelter or under the protection . Song of Moses of Deuteronomy Ch 32 Re-Sung at at Rev 15:3! i. "With long life will I satisfy them," the last line of Psalm 91 reads. nor the pestilence that stalks in the darkness, nor the plague that destroys at midday. A disease that causes widespread crop damage or animal deaths can also be called a pestilence. Means: Fence, Gate, or Tent wall - Separate, Protect, Cut Off = Chet 8 = New Beginnings. Jesus Christ is Firing Gods Arrows ofSword, Famine, Pestilence & Wild Beaststargeting the disobedient! The truth is far more complicated. Verse 7: "A thousand may fall at your side, ten thousand at your right hand, but it will not come near you.". That, we can count on. 16 With long life I will satisfy him and show him my salvation., Genesis 40 :8 Do not Interpretations belong to God?, Revelation Ch 6:8 And I looked, & behold, a pale horse! Reading the Bible isnt as easy as opening to page 1 and simply reading. The hymns verses include multiple references to that theme of resisting and combating Satan and his demons. In Bible days when they mentioned pestilence, they were thinking of diseases like leprosy. Your email address will not be published. Pestilence is an infectious and deadly disease (tragedy), that affects an entire community. 2 I will say[ a] to the Lord, "My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust." 3 For he will deliver you from the snare of the fowler and from the deadly pestilence. And we are also promised and given a Savior, who overcomes all troubles(John 16:33). 4 He will cover you with his feathers, Go to Page: The Song of Moses Combines and Orders the Seals and Trumpets! Psalm 91 is one of the most famous Psalms that eloquently expresses the all-encompassing protection that only the Lord can give. PESTILENCE (4th Seal) and blood shall pass through you, and I will bring the sword (2nd & 4th Seals) upon you. After downloading it, before you print it, insert your name where indicated. & I heard a voice in the midst of the four living creatures saying, A quart of WHEAT for a denarius, & three quarts of BARLEY for a denarius; & DO NOT HARM the OIL & the WINE., [siteorigin_widget class=SiteOrigin_Widget_PostCarousel_Widget][/siteorigin_widget], Very helpful to me thank you from Dunoon in Scotland can I use materials, Amen the Lord showed me the plague and pestilence on monday this week with a heavy annointing. (By the way, there is an interesting recent post on Spurgeons reaction to the actual cholera outbreak that occurred in London in 1854.). Leviticus 26:22, 25-26 3. . The History of a Movement in Crisis (Yale, 2019), Benjamin Franklin: The Religious Life of a Founding Father (Yale, 2017), Baptists in America: A History with Barry Hankins (Oxford, 2015), and George Whitefield: Americas Spiritual Founding Father (Yale, 2014). See Psalm 91:4-8 in the Bible. . But last night, I couldnt sleep. The devil will attack suddenly and with all he's got. You can follow him on Twitter. I encourage you to print it out and read it daily. Chris Campbell(504) 723-2802emc2csc@aol.com. One must read the entire chapter and sometimes surrounding chapters to more fully understand YHWHs Biblical Interpretation of the 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Seals!). 7 A thousand may fall at your side, ten thousand at your right hand, but it will not come near you. Like little foxes, they can grow bigger and bigger. He is the one who protects us from all evil and all danger. Yahweh refers to Sword, Famine, Pestilence & Wild Beasts of the 2nd, 3rd & 4th Seals as MY ARROWS in the Song of Moses at Deuteronomy 32:23-25 Re-Sung at Rev 15:3. Revelation describes the Future Fulfillment of all 7 of YHWHs Feasts! Pestilence is part of YHWHs consistent biblical pattern of CURSES or PLAGUES for Disobedience from Genesis to Revelation! What does 'pestilence' mean in Psalm 91? . This emphasizes the Need to Repent BEFORE the 4 Horsemen Ride! Revelation is the Blessings & Curses of Deut 27-32! Its easy to see why this Psalm is so popular right now. These words create a new beginning and fence us in to separate us, cut us off, or protect us (Chet). As all Wheaton students learn, one evening in the remote jungles of Ecuador in 1956, twenty-eight-year-old Elliot and his four friends gathered to sing a hymn based on the words of Psalm 91. What does 'pestilence' mean in Psalm 91? 9 Because you have made the Lord your dwelling place the Most High, who is my refuge 10 no evil shall be allowed to befall you, no plague come near your tent. Ive been thinking a lot about Psalm 91 lately. Strong's H1942 havvah, an abstract concept meaning, "calamity, wickedness;" from Strong's H1933 havah, a primitive root meaning "to breathe." hey = man w/ raised arms, thus look, reveal, wonder, worship, breath vav = tent peg, thus add, secure, hook I have noticed that prayer has been on the forefront of peoples minds, especially within the Christian culture. 11 For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways. For surely he shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, and from the noisome pestilence ( Psalms 91:2-3 ). The suffering we are experiencing right now is real. Ezekiel 14:12-23 5. God is the provider of all we need, and He hears us in prayer. I had barely, if ever, heard the word pestilence before COVID-19 took hold of the world. Shelter : God is our hiding place, covering us with His good purposes. We pray to express trust in the Lord, and as we pray, that trust is strengthened. He who can live in its spirit will be fearless, even if once again London should become a lazar-house, and the grave be gorged with carcasses., A lazar house or lazaretto is a quarantine place, originally for lepers. A. Psalm 91 1 He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. The African love affair with Psalm 91 can be traced back to the ancient Coptic churches. From the first two verses, its easy to understand why people are clinging to this psalm. What about the Psalm 91 promises? (Rev 14:7) Obedient believers with faith will not fear the Pestilence & Plague during 4th Seal depopulation. Sword, Famine, Pestilence & Wild Beasts is the 2nd, 3rd & 4th Seal or the 4 Horsemen of Revelation! the deadly pestilence.". YHWHs Biblical Programming is not to fear any of the events in the Book of Revelation but only to fear Him! In Psalms Ch 91, YHWH provides an entire chapter with His encouragement, instructions, interpretation and description of the pestilence and plague occurring during 4th Seal depopulation by a 1/4 or the beginning of birth pains (Rev 6:7-8, Matt 24:8, Luke 21:10-11). 15 When he calls to me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble; I will rescue him and honor him. The wilderness threats mentioned in Psalm 91 (pestilence, war, and wild animals) all demonstrate the various methods that God employs to care for and protect His faithful. Without guns to shoot your quail or your dove or your ducks, you'd have to trap them. So the Lord sent a pestilence upon Israel from the morning until the appointed time, and seventy thousand men of the people from Dan to Beersheba died. Nor for the destruction - The word used here - qeteb - means properly a cutting off, a destruction, as a destroying storm, Isaiah 28:2; and then, contagious pestilence, Deuteronomy 32:24. The deaths from coronavirus are tragic. Fear is the one emotion God doesn't want to overtake us; because when we . 14 Because he holds fast to me in love, I will deliver him; I will protect him, because he knows my name. In other psalms human opposition is described in terms of "lions," "arrows" and "snares" (cf. I dont think its helpful when Christians gloss suffering with a glib youll-be-happier-in-heaven. For many centuries, Psalm 91 has supplied both Jews and Christians with a refuge in time of trouble of all kinds, including supernatural assault, deadly plague, and worldly violence. St. Antony, the third-century Egyptian founder of monasticism, used the psalm to scatter those demonic enemies who manifested as lions and serpents; 1,700 years later, modern Africans likewise treasure the text. The Blessing of Curses ofDeuteronomy 27-33provides Gods thinking, reasoning & explanations for the curses or plagues that Revelation does not. and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart. For many centuries, Psalm 91 has supplied both Jews and Christians with a refuge in time of trouble of all kinds, including supernatural assault, deadly plague, and worldly violence. Knowing this God is our comfort. Now in days gone by, bird trapping was quite an art. . The psalm has acquired a whole new life in the churches of Christian Africa and Asia, which find a powerful resonance in the promise of protection from spiritual evil. Cast yourself down from this high place, said the Devil to Jesus in the wilderness. What does Psalm 91:1-2 NIV mean? Psalm 91:3 "Surely he shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, [and] from the noisome pestilence." "The snare of the fowler" This metaphor represents any plots against the believer intended to endanger his life. --Undoubtedly the Tempter was right in referring this Psalm to "the Son of God" (Mt 4:6). Identifying The Great City of Revelation Chapters 11 and 16, Biblical Principles to Understand Revelation & the Entire Bible. Ill be honest, the first couple of times I noticed people referencing it, I ignored it. The devil will attack suddenly and with all hes got. Verse 10: "No evil shall be allowed to befall you, no . Gods angels will protect you, so that you wont dash your foot against a stone. "He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I thought Id look at it later; after all, there was too much to worry about for me to open my Bible. In the Israelite context of this psalm, a promise was made to a new nation that no purpose of God's could be thwarted. The Psalms give us comfort, peace, and thankfulness, as well as a way to express sadness and anger at Gods enemies. And there will be terrors and great signs from heaven. The Book of Revelation is YHWHs Appointed time for His Day of Atonement! And I knew exactly where I should turn to: Psalm 91. Instead, what it reminds us of is much stronger, and its eternal. You will not fear the terror of the night. In Psalm 91 which is our prayer of protection. One must read the entire chapter and sometimes surrounding chapters to more fully understand YHWHs Biblical Interpretation of the 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Seals! Psa 91:3, Surely He shall deliver you from the snare of the fowler and from the perilous pestilence; Psa 91:13, You shall tread upon the lion + cobra, the young lion + serpent you shall trample underfoot. For he shall deliver you from the snare of the fowler, from the deadly pestilence. Nor for the pestilence that walketh in darkness; nor for the destruction that wasteth at noonday. It imagines the believer surrounded by threats, but nevertheless passing through unharmed, defended by angels. Pestilence is also known as one of the four Horseman of the Apocalypse divinely revealed in the Book of Revelation (the final Book of the Bible). Psalm 91 ties its promises directly to the curses & blessings of the Mosaic covenant. We can trust him to be our shield and our defender. (3rd & 4th Seal) 17 So I will send against you FAMINE & WILD BEASTS (3rd & 4th Seal), & they will bereave you. (also see Ezekiel 5:16-17 & Psalms 91:5-6 for similar language listed below), Deuteronomy 32:23-24, 42 23 I will heapdisasterson them; I will spend MYARROWSon them. 1 Kings 8:37 " If there is famine in the land, if there is pestilence, if there is blight or mildew, locust or grasshopper, if their enemy besieges them in the land of their cities, whatever . Through much of Christian history, the psalm retained that element of exorcism, of spiritual warfare, and by extension, of healing. A lot of us are under shelter-in-place orders, meaning that for our safety, we are staying at home. New International Version Psalms 91 1 Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. For obvious reasons, this is also known as the Soldiers Psalm. for he will avenge the blood of his servants; Otherwise look to be a target for destruction, [siteorigin_widget class=SiteOrigin_Widget_PostCarousel_Widget]. nor the pestilence that stalks in the darkness. and from the deadly pestilence. George Whitefield: Americas Spiritual Founding Father, Life and Books and Everything: American History and the Historians Task with Wilfred McClay. Life and Books and Everything: Whats Going Right in the Church? Psalm 91:6 New International Reader's Version (1998) (NIrV) . & they were given authority over a 4th of the earth, 10 Then he said to them, Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. Psalm 91:6, NASB: Of the plague that stalks in darkness, Or of the destruction that devastates at noon. I was tossing and turning and just wide awake. We rest under the comforting shadow of the Lord. The Gospel Coalition supports the church by providing resources that are trusted and timely, winsome and wise, and centered on the gospel of Jesus Christ. PSALM 91. Can you imagine, 1,000 fall at your side & 10,000 at your right hand? There will be dead bodies everywhere! Psalm 91:6, NLT: Do not dread the disease that stalks in darkness, nor the disaster that strikes at midday. List of what Believers must Overcome in Revelation! In Psalm 90:1, Moses spoke of God as the dwelling place of His people. It is an ancient text to study. The promises in this psalm are stunning and mention "pestilence" and "plague" specifically: Verse 3: "He will deliver you from . I have no idea what will happen to me and my loved ones between now and then. 1. And we can rest in the "shadow" of God. Required fields are marked *. YHWH provides protection & teaches fearlessness for the obedient but brings terror to the unrepentant disobedient wicked with pestilence & plague! Psalms Ch 91 is part of of YHWHs food in due season (Matt 24:45, Luke 12:42) for those alive during the time of the 1, 2, 3 & 4 Seals of Revelation. pestilence is Inclusive name for various epidemics This verse is about an epidemic coming suddenly and spreading very quickly. God does not promise that we wont be affected by the darkness and peril of a sinful world, but He does promise us safety and victory in Jesus Christ. God prepares and programs us with confidence and fearlessness while the terrorizes the wicked disobedient! But I also believe it is a passage that could be easily misinterpreted. There are 7 Chaptersin the Bible mention the 2nd 3rd & 4th Seals of Revelation, SWORD, FAMINE, PESTILENCE & WILD BEASTS! Pestilence is a fatal epidemic disease or plague that can affect people all over the world. Revelation 6:7-8. The 7 Seals, 7 Trumpets & 7 Bowls of Wrath ALL Describe YHWHs Process of Atoning for His Land & His People Deut 32:43 NIV. Deuteronomy 11:13 Those who dwell there abide under the shadow of the Almighty, knowing His protection, comfort, and care. Ezekiel 5:12, 15-17 4. In our times, God has promised the believer that He has prepared good works for us to do ( Ephesians 2:10 ). Yes, God sometimes heals from physical illness, and yes, God sometimes protects from temporal calamity, but we need look no farther than Jesus himself to see that Gods most beloved children are often called to walk the way of most suffering. We are faced with this "deadly pestilence that stalks in darkness" and a . I know where I will spend eternity. Psalm 91:6 , Nor for the pestilence that walketh in darkness; nor for the destruction that wasteth at noonday. A. Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers, Keil and Delitzsch Biblical Commentary on the Old Testament. And his commandments are not burdensome. For example, the Black Plague in Europe that killed over thirty percent of the population during the late Middle Ages was a pestilence. Tools. 3 For he will deliver you from the snare of the fowler and from the deadly pestilence. The Septuagint and the Latin Vulgate render this, strangely enough, "Nor of mischance and the demon of noonday.". He that dwells in the secret place of the most high; he that abides under the shadow of the almighty, Shall say of jehovah: O, my refuge and my fortress; my god, in whom I will trust. They agreed to recite this daily. Copyright 2022, iBelieve.com. Because the Holy Spirit convicts EVERYONE of sin, righteousness and judgment (John 16:8). What Is the Message of Psalm 91? 4 He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; These first few sentences of Psalm 91 remind us that God has infinite power over everything, including the threats we face today. Globally, we are faced with wars and rumors of war--plagues and pestilence--enemies equipped with the Bomb--tyrants and corrupt politicians--a world changing so rapidly that it makes . Psalms 91:5-6 5You will not fear the terror of the night, nor the ARROW that flies by day, 6nor the PESTILENCE (4th Seal)hat stalks in darkness, nor the destruction that wastes at noonday. Thomas S. Kidd is research professor of church history at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and the author of many books, including Thomas Jefferson: A Biography of Spirit and Flesh (Yale, 2022), Who Is an Evangelical? . So where do we really shelter in place for our protection? . It is the earliest place where God has made known the END FROM the BEGINNING. (Isaiah 46:9) Much of the Language contained in the Blessings & Curses is REPEATED in the Book of Revelation. The story goes that after they started praying this prayer they were involved in three of the bloodiest battles in WWI yet suffered no casualties in combat despite other brigades suffering as much as 90%. All rights reserved. Now, for a peace of mind during these perilous times. ), 15 You shall be a REPROACH & a TAUNT, a WARNING & a HORROR, to the NATIONS all around you, when I EXECUTE JUDGMENTS on you in ANGER & FURY, & with FURIOUS REBUKES I am the Lord; I have spoken 16 When I send against them the TERRIBLE ARROWS OF FAMINE (1st & 3rd Seal) which shall be for DESTRUCTION, which I will send to DESTROY YOU, I will INCREASE the FAMINE (3rd & 4th Seal) upon you & CUT OFF YOUR SUPPLY OF BREAD. This is why the End & Last Chapter ofRevelation 22:3concludes with, No longer will there be any curse.. To the Christian Nervous About the Upcoming Election, California - Do Not Sell My Personal Information. We can hold onto the hope of heaven and still fully grieve the precariousness of the situation in which we have recently found ourselves. And its comforting, as reports of death and disease encroach, to read the Psalmists words. Psalm 91 is the 91st psalm of the Book of Psalms, beginning in English in the King James Version: "He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty."In Latin, it is known as 'Qui habitat". I, the Lord, have spoken. (These scriptures only locate the SOURCE in the Bible where YHWH has previously sent the 4 Horsemen to His disobedient people. PESTILENCE (4th Seal) & BLOOD shall pass through you, & I will bring the SWORD (2nd & 4th Seal) against you. 4th Seal Revelation 6:7-8 When the lamb opened the 4th Seal a PALE HORSE! . Identifying the Man of Lawlessness 2 Thessalonians 2. . 3 Surely d He shall deliver you from the snare of the 1 fowler And from the perilous pestilence. Various dangers are used to symbolize the ways in which God can protect His people. Another very important point in the world-wide conversation is this: God created every one of those microbes! Psalms 91:5-6 5 YOU WILL NOT FEAR the TERRORof the night, nor the arrow that flies by day, 6nor the pestilence that stalks in darkness, nor the destruction that wastes at noonday. Jesus knew he could raise his friend Lazarus from the dead, and still, he wept. Deuteronomy 32:22-25 22 For a FIRE is KINDLED by my anger, (7 Trumpets opening Vision) it shall consume the earth with her harvests (1st Trumpet) and set on fire the foundations of the mountains. The young lion of Psalm 91 may refer to the subtle, negative thoughts we allow to enter our minds. There is just so much material. This shows us that God is holding us in both . As promoted by scores of well-known contemporary preachers, its the misguided belief that illness and poverty are signs of Gods punishment; health and riches, signs of divine blessing. For this study we will look at Psalm 91:3, "Surely he shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, and from the noisome pestilence." (KJV). Ch 20 Events Before, During & After Jesus 1,000 Year Reign! Friends of friends of friends who have died. Psalm 91 New International Version Psalm 91 1 Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. 2 I will say of the LORD, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust." 3 Surely he will save you from the fowler's snare and from the deadly pestilence. In the end , good and bad will perish.. It is in Jesus that we see that God is overwhelmingly victorious. Come near you side, ten thousand at your right hand threats, but nevertheless through! 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