We can always trust God to protect us, even when circumstances seem hopeless.  This bowl represents the world we live in and the water represents each one of us.  I'm going to take some pepper and sprinkle it onto the water to represent danger and evil that we face.  See, it has covered all the surface of the water.  Danger is right on top of God's people.  But, how can we remove this danger?  This may seem impossible to us, but Psalm 91:9-11 says:

"If you make the Most High your dwelling, even the Lord,
Who is your refuge, then no harm will befall you.
No disaster will come near your home.
For He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways."

I'll take this toothpick to represent an angel, and pick up a tiny amount of this dishwashing liquid from this film canister.  The dishwashing liquid represents God's great power.  Now I'm going to touch the surface of the water with the toothpick to show how God's power and protection comes into our lives the moment we need it.

Come and stand close and watch what happens.  Look, the pepper has been swept aside and we are now safe!  God has protected us from the danger and evil.  Praise God!  He cares for us, because He loves us as the apples of His eye.

Sometimes we face real danger to our health and bodies.  We also face dangers from the devil's temptations and from friends who can lead us astray.  But, if we love God, He is always there for us and will keep us safe no matter what we face.  All God needs to do is to speak to His angels and His power will keep us safe.

Pray to God every day and ask Him to guide and protect you as you go to school and come home.  And where ever you go, what ever you do, and to keep you and your family safe at night.  Why not start right now?  Let's close our eyes and each one can say a short prayer and ask God to protect you throughout today.

God bless!