God’s Hedge of Protection Around You and Your Family
Hast not thou made an hedge about him, his house, and all that he hath on every side? thou hast blessed the work of his hands, and his substance is increased in the land (Job 1:10 KJV)
What if I told you God has placed an invisible shield around your life, guarding you from every attack of the enemy? This is not a distant promise but a reality for those who trust in Him. In this devotional, we’ll explore God’s hedge of protection—how it surrounds you, your family, and everything you hold dear. Be encouraged as you discover His care over your life, even when you can’t see it.
Satan, though a liar and the father of lies (John 8:44), sometimes reveals truths about his activities in Scripture.
When Satan approached God about Job, a powerful truth emerged: God had built a supernatural hedge around Job, his family, and all he owned. Satan, powerless to harm Job, acknowledged this impenetrable shield. He said, “Hast not thou made an hedge about him, and about his house, and about all that he hath on every side?” (Job 1:10). What Satan meant as a complaint actually revealed that God places a protective barrier around His children, keeping them safe from unseen dangers.
What is this hedge? It takes various forms. When Pharaoh pursued the Israelites, Scripture says:
“And the angel of God, which went before the camp of Israel, removed and went behind them; and the pillar of the cloud went from before their face, and stood behind them: And it came between the camp of the Egyptians and the camp of Israel; and it was a cloud and darkness to them, but it gave light by night to these: so that the one came not near the other all the night.” (Exodus 14:19–20, KJV).
Here, God’s pillar of fire and cloud created a hedge between the Israelites and Pharaoh’s army. Similarly, when the Syrian army attacked Elisha, an angelic host of chariots and horses of fire surrounded him (2 Kings 6:17). This hedge can also be an army of angels.
But here’s the key: the hedge is invisible. In the Old Testament, God sometimes opened people’s eyes to see the fire and angels. We don’t need to see them to know they are there.
Is this hedge around everyone? No. God shelters those who dwell in the secret place—Christ. Every Christian qualifies for this protection. But like all things related to grace, how much we enjoy this blessing depends on our revelation, faith, and fellowship with God. Paul reveals the triggers of this hedge in the New Testament:
“Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.” (Ephesians 6:16)
Faith is a shield. Paul likens this protective hedge to faith, showing that when we believe, it stops Satan’s attacks as it did for Job.
Live in this reality. Know there’s a hedge of protection around you, even though it’s unseen. Trust in God’s promises and thank Him for His constant protection.
Meditate
Meditation lets God’s Word take root in your heart and renew your mind. Reflect on Job 1:10 and let it strengthen your faith.
Apply the Word
Isn’t it reassuring to know we aren’t wandering aimlessly on earth? While human bodyguards can fail, God’s hedge around us won’t. Keep this truth in mind.
Pray
Thank the Lord for His hedge of protection around you and your loved ones. Ask Him to help you see His ongoing work, even when invisible.
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