My childhood imagination was filled with the image of a heroine. Never did I imagine that her chin might have trembled with hidden fear. But she was not alone! In this season of Purim the message I’m taking away, is that even when fear whispers, God stands behind you.

At some point, we all hear the whispers of fear, it might even shout at us from time to time. We all carry responsibilities, face failed expectations and harbor silent worries about our families, finances, health, or the future.

However, our Heavenly Father never intended for us to bear these burdens without support. 1 Peter 5:7 states, “…casting all your worry upon Him, for He is concerned about you.” This necessitates humility under God’s powerful hand. Admitting your need help is a sign of humility. It’s not about avoiding accountability; it’s about acting diligently and practically while relying on God for the ultimate conclusion.

Isaiah 41:10 states, “Do not fear, for I am with you.” This verse is truly uplifting. God is not a distant observer. He stands close. He supports. He protects. God doesn’t stand before you and demand that you be strong. He is before you clearing the path and behind you, as a protector of the unseen.

While not explicitly mentioned, God’s presence and actions are unmistakably present in the Book of Esther. This principle can be applied to our lives. God’s presence is always evident, even if His name is sometimes concealed. This is evident in His divine timing and protection. When there is silence, God is still working to bring help into your life from unseen places.

This principle is in agreement with Deuteronomy 31:8, which declares, “And it is יהוה who is going before you;” He not only prepares the way forward but also stays behind to watch over your steps. His presence envelops us; we are never left unprotected.

However, we are all human, and at times we struggle internally between worry and trust. Have you never pondered the possibility of failure? What if it falls apart? Have you ever experienced feelings of isolation, invisibility, or a lack of support, despite being surrounded by others? In Matthew 6:34a, Yeshua addressed these concerns by stating, “Do not, then, worry about tomorrow…” This passage essentially restates King David’s words from Psalm 23: “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. “

Last night, while re-reading the Scroll of Esther, Father reaffirmed this lesson to me that I’m eager to share with you.

Psalm 5 states that favor surrounds us like a shield. But always remember, the protection Father offers is unique to each of us, not a one-size-fits-all safeguard. He is intimately acquainted with each of us, knowing our names, our histories, and our present situations. He witnesses our sorrows and hears even our unspoken prayers. Our protector’s watch is ceaseless; He never turns His eyes.

So I want to encourage you when doubt fear and unbelief knock on the door of your heart. Pause , Pray and declare the truth of His Word. Declare out loud : “God stands behind me. I am not alone. I am covered.”

God has your back, because He has your heart, you are engraved on the palms of His hands (Isaiah 14:16).

I will not worry.
I am not alone.

I am not forgotten.
I am not overlooked.

I am protected.

I am loved.
I am permanently held.

I am a child of the Most High God.

God goes before me.
God stands behind me.
God has got my back.

All to the glory of our Protector , our loving Father , our Creator, our King.