Psalms 91 is Jessie Shupe's favorite book of the Bible.

The theme: "God's protection in the midst of danger. God doesn't promise a world free from danger, but He does promise His Help whenever we face danger."

Appropriate for us as we are at war with Iraq; have loved ones there; and for the physical, mental, emotional battles which he fight daily, whether or not we have armed conflict with other nations.

1 - 6: "We live within the shadow of the Almighty, sheltered by the God who is above all gods. This I declare, that He alone is my refuge, my place of safety; He is my God, and I am trusting Him. For He rescues you from every trap, and protects you from the fatal plague. He will shield you with His wings! They will shelter you. His faithful promises are your armor. Now you don't need to be afraid of the dark any more, nor fear the dangers of the day, nor dread the plagues of darkness, nor disasters in the morning."

14 - 16: (which Jessie fondly calls her insurance policy!) "For the Lord says, "Because he loves me, I will rescue him; I will make him great because he trusts in my name. When he calls on me, I will answer; I will be with him in trouble, and rescue him and honor him. I will satisfy him with a full life and give him my salvation."