Somewhere along the way, many of us were taught to silence our instincts. To “be nice.” To “trust everyone.” To believe that protecting ourselves was selfish. But those lessons didn’t come from God.
The Word tells us:
“The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and pay the penalty.”
— Proverbs 27:12
This is a reminder that it is not weakness to take your safety seriously—it is wisdom. God honors discernment. God calls it prudence.
And yet, how often have we been surrounded by voices saying:
“Peace, peace,” when there was no peace? (Jeremiah 6:14)
How often have we been told that danger wasn’t real, that harm wasn’t happening, that we were “too much” or “overreacting”?
But Scripture shows us again and again that false voices minimize danger, while God calls His people to awareness, vigilance, and protection.
Your safety is not a distraction from your faith. It is part of God’s gift of life. Christ Himself said:
“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”
— John 10:10
If your life is meant to be lived “to the full,” then your safety matters. Your voice matters. Your boundaries matter.
So today, ask yourself: Who taught me to downplay the importance of my safety? And what does God say about that?
God’s Word is clear: wisdom listens to danger. Faith honors boundaries. Love protects.
Upon Reflection
🌿 Reflection Prayer
Lord,
I confess that I have sometimes ignored my own safety,
because others taught me to be silent, compliant, or small.
But Your Word reminds me:
prudence is wisdom, discernment is strength, and boundaries are holy.
Teach me to listen to the warning signs You place in my spirit.
Remind me that You are not the voice that dismisses my fears,
but the Shepherd who guards His flock with care.
Help me release the false lessons that told me my safety did not matter.
Replace them with Your truth:
that I am worthy of protection, dignity, and peace.
May I walk in courage,
trusting not only in Your protection,
but also in the wisdom You’ve placed within me.
Amen.
