The Power of a Praying Woman by Stormie Omartian
Week 17: Chapter 16 — Lord, Keep Me Safe from Evil
Read Chapter 16 of The Power of a Praying Woman. Key Scriptures: Psalm 91; 2 Thessalonians 3:3.
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Praying for protection is not anxious or superstitious — Omartian shows it is a biblical practice rooted in confidence in God's power and faithfulness.
Discussion Questions
6 questions1.Omartian draws heavily on Psalm 91 as a prayer of protection. Which verses or images from that psalm speak most powerfully to something you currently fear?
2.She encourages daily prayers of protection for ourselves and those we love. Is this a regular practice in your prayer life? What has prevented it from being so?
3.Omartian talks about protecting not just our physical safety but our emotional and spiritual wellbeing from evil's influence. What forms of evil feel most threatening to you right now?