Deuteronomy 33:12 “…Let the beloved of the Lord rest secure in him, for he shields him all day long, and the one the Lord loves rests between his shoulders.” (NIV)*
Deuteronomy 33:27 “The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms…” (NIV)*
American Robin Nest with Eggs (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
He is a place of protection. He is a shield, refuge, and resting place. Nestled there we are surrounded by his care. Looking up and out is scary if unaware that underneath are the everlasting arms. Like tree branches supporting a nest, so too his arms hold our very souls.
Securely nestled in his care
Held by everlasting arms.
Eternal love beats loud and strong
When close to God’s own heart.
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Sheltered from flaming arrows
A shield for weary souls.
Protected from enemy aim
When covered with God’s cloak.
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Undergirded by his strength
His beloved he’ll not forsake.
Held secure through circumstance
When clasped in God’s arms, safe.
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poem by Patty Perkins
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Deuteronomy 33 is the blessing Moses gave the Israelites. Verse 12 was directed toward Benjamin and verse 27 for Asher. These blessings show the character and heart of God toward those he loves…Oh, that I could grasp it!
*The One Year Bible, New International Version, copyright 1986, Tyndale House Publishers, Wheaton, Illinois.
Beside Quiet Waters 
April 9th, 2013 at 9:07 pm
Patty, thank you for a beautiful and comforting poem!
Blessings ~ Wendy
April 9th, 2013 at 9:22 pm
Appreciate the kind words…His word is most comforting!
April 9th, 2013 at 9:08 pm
Beautiful Patty, love your line “covered in God’s cloak”. You have such wonderful word pictures when you write.
April 9th, 2013 at 9:25 pm
Thank you…God is good. And wouldn’t it be grand to be wrapped in the folds of His cloak…in a sense…we are:)
April 10th, 2013 at 12:55 am
This poem is truly God – breathed. Loved it, so blessed by it.
April 10th, 2013 at 6:05 pm
Had to be God…thank you!