Psalm 121: 1-2

I lift up my eyes to the hills - where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.

We all face dangers, disappointments, tragedies and heartache in the course of our lives because we live in a sinful, fallen world. How do we then draw strength to know that we are not left utterly alone to cope with our issues? The Psalmist provides the answer! It is our Lord who provides our protection.

Film maker Peter Jackson, whether intentionally or not I do not know, provides a vivid image of this in the Lord of The Rings trilogy. Every time the end seems near and that good is about to be smashed by evil, there on top of a nearby hill, is a large army of protecting forces that throws the enemy into confusion. He further magnifies this theme with bright sunlight directly behind the conquering forces that blinds the enemy.

God is our protector and our shield. How great is that?!

Blessings
Mark