He is our help and our shield

When we read the words of the psalmist in Psalm 33:20, our hearts are filled with deep joy, confidence, and hope. These inspired words lift our spirit and calm our soul, reminding us that the Lord is always near and that His presence is a constant source of strength. The psalmist’s declaration does not merely inform us—it invites us to praise the Lord with gratitude and to rejoice in our great and mighty God. When we meditate on these verses, something awakens within us: a renewed assurance that God remains our refuge, our protector, and our unfailing helper.

This chapter reveals how the people of God rejoiced in His presence and celebrated His abundant mercy. David, moved by the Holy Spirit, exhorted the people to lift their voices in worship, to sing praises to the Lord, and to exalt His holy name together. The psalmist understood that everything they possessed, every victory they experienced, and every blessing they received came directly from the hand of God. Our shield comes from Him, and His help arrives right on time—never late, never insufficient. There is truly no God like ours, a God who rescues, sustains, forgives, and defends.

The greatness of the Lord was evident from every angle. The psalmist looked at the heavens, at creation, at the history of Israel, and at his own life, and he saw undeniable reasons to praise God. The Lord had proven Himself faithful over and over again. He guided His people through the desert, delivered them from danger, strengthened them in battle, and gave them peace in the midst of storms. For this reason, David encouraged the people to give thanks continually, to remember the Lord’s benefits, and to trust Him wholeheartedly. Everything in this chapter points us to the faithfulness, power, and care of God.

Our soul waiteth for the Lord: he is our help and our shield. Psalm 33:20

We must learn from this verse and apply it to our own lives. We must praise God at all times and give thanks because He has always been our shield and our guide. The Lord is the One who guards our steps, protects us from hidden dangers, and saves us from the snares of the enemy. Many times, without even realizing it, we have been rescued from situations that could have destroyed us. What would become of us if the Lord were not our shield? Without His protection, the enemy would rise against us with all his strength and defeat us easily. But because God is with us, the enemy cannot prevail, for the Lord rises as a mighty warrior on behalf of His people.

This is why we see the psalmist David making this heartfelt call to the people of Israel: to praise God for His good works, His mercy, and His mighty deeds. David knew that worship strengthens the soul, reminds us of God’s promises, and anchors our faith in the One who never fails. When the people praised God, they were reminded of His past victories, His current help, and His future faithfulness. And this remains true for us today.

Let us follow the example of David, but let us go even further. Let us praise God not only because He is good, but because His shield protects all His children without fail. Let us adore Him because He surrounds us with His love, watches over every detail of our lives, and never abandons those who trust in Him. Remember always: the Lord is your shield, your helper, and your defender. You depend completely on Him, and in Him you will find the strength you need for every battle, the peace you long for in every trial, and the victory He has already promised.