“The Lord is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him.” Psalm 28:7
Few moments compare to the mutual joy felt by a parent and child when they see each other after time apart. Picture a kindergartner’s joy at the end of their first day of school when they see Mommy or Daddy again. Or the excitement when Mom or Dad comes home after a long day and the children come running. The joy in that moment is palpable, and for a brief time, all worries fade. You pause and take in the warmth of a hug that speaks of the deep honor and love shared between parent and child. This connection is built on a heart that trusts—a certainty that they are safe, known, and loved.
This bond, rooted in trust, mirrors the connection God calls us to experience in marriage: a relationship built on deep connection and mutual joy.
In Psalm 28:7, David proclaims, “The Lord is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped.” Just as a child finds comfort in a parent’s arms, we are invited to find strength in God and to extend that same trust and security to our spouse. In marriage, we have the privilege of being one another’s safe haven—a place where love, support, and encouragement flourish.
When we trust each other deeply, we create an atmosphere where we can fully experience joy, knowing our spouse stands with us through every challenge. The small, daily expressions of trust—a warm hug, a kind word after a hard day, or an honest conversation—strengthen our foundation.
Today, cultivate the same love and faithfulness that God shows us by being your spouse’s ‘shield,’ standing as a source of strength, protection, and finding joy in a trusting, God-centered marriage.
