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Under Your Wings (Psalm 91 Prayer)
[ Verse 1 ]
He who dwells in Your shadow will rest,
In the shelter of the Lord Most High.
No fear by night, no harm by day,
For Your angels guard my way.
[ Pre-Chorus ]
You cover me with mercy,
You hold me close when storms arise.
[ Chorus ]
Under Your wings, I am safe, I am still,
Your faithfulness, my song and my shield.
Though the earth may shake, I will not fear,
For I live in the arms of the Lord.
[ Verse 2 ]
You command Your angels to stand,
To lift me when I fall.
Your truth surrounds me like morning light,
Your promises my wall.
[ Pre-Chorus ]
You whisper peace in silence,
And calm my trembling soul inside.
[ Chorus ]
Under Your wings, I am safe, I am still,
Your faithfulness, my song and my shield.
Though the earth may shake, I will not fear,
For I live in the arms of the Lord.
[ Bridge ]
You are my refuge, my fortress, my God,
In You I put my trust.
You are the light that never fades,
The hope that lifts me up.
[ Chorus ]
Under Your wings, I am safe, I am still,
Your faithfulness, my song and my shield.
Though the earth may shake, I will not fear,
For I live in the arms of the Lord.
[ Outro ]
I rest in You, Almighty King,
Forever safe beneath Your wings.
Where Fear Falls Silent and Trust Takes Root
The song “Under Your Wings (Psalm 91 Prayer)” echoes one of Scripture’s most tender images: the Lord drawing us close like a protective parent, sheltering us beneath His wings. Psalm 91 has long been a refuge for those who feel anxious or afraid, proclaiming that the one who dwells in the shadow of the Most High can find real rest and security. The song carries this same promise. Not as a distant theological idea, but as an intimate embrace offered directly to the heart.
We all know what it’s like to face things that are outside our control, from health concerns, family tensions, financial worries, or sudden losses that leave us breathless. Fear often tries to persuade us that we are exposed or abandoned. But the Lord tells us otherwise. He reminds us, again and again, that His faithfulness is both a shield and a song for His people (Psalm 91:4). In His presence, we are held, guarded, and sustained.
There is something profoundly healing in the repetition of the chorus: “Under Your wings, I am safe, I am still.” Safety and stillness, the two things our hearts crave but often struggle to find. Stillness doesn’t always mean the absence of storms. It means knowing that Someone greater is holding us steady through them. The earth may shake, but our souls do not need to.
Sheltered by a Faithful God
Catholic tradition has always treasured the reality that God sends His angels to guard and protect us. This is not a poetic exaggeration; it is a truth rooted in Scripture itself. “He will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways” (Psalm 91:11). The song captures this with gentle confidence – God lifts us when we fall, surrounds us with His truth, and places His promises like a wall around our hearts.
When we feel weak or overwhelmed, it is easy to forget that Heaven is nearer than we think. Yet God’s care is both powerful and tender. He does not demand that we be fearless; He simply asks that we entrust our trembling to Him. Even our smallest yes becomes an opening for His peace to enter.
“Be still and know that I am God.” This stillness is not passive, but rather the quiet courage of someone who knows they are held securely. The song’s refrain helps us return to this place of trust, especially when our emotions pull us in other directions.
Learning to Live in His Arms
To live “in the arms of the Lord” is to allow His presence to be the place where our hearts rest. It means we come to Him not only when we feel strong, but especially when we feel fragile. It means trusting that His faithfulness will meet us each morning like gentle light.
Some days we may feel this trust easily; other days it may feel like a whispered prayer, almost too small to speak. But even then, God receives it with tenderness. The bridge of the song proclaims, “You are my refuge, my fortress, my God.” These words echo the ancient profession of the faithful—an act of surrender that has carried countless souls through darkness and into peace.
As you reflect on the song, allow its prayer to settle into your heart. Let it remind you that you are not navigating life alone. You are being held, protected, and cherished by the One who calls you His own.
