The book of Psalms has always brought me such comfort over the years.
No matter what you may be feeling, there is a Psalm that addresses every human emotion, and points us right back to the One who keeps track of every tear we shed (Psalm 56:8).
Here is a list of 45 powerful Psalms for protection that we can read and reflect on when we are in need of God’s peace and strength. These Scriptures are from the New International Version (NIV).
You can also download free printables with these Psalms below to remind you that no matter what you are going through, the Lord’s presence will go before you.
May he continue to surround you with his mighty protection and favor!
All Scriptures in this post are from the New International Version (NIV).
45 Powerful Psalms for Protection
What a blessing it is to know that our great God will protect us and give us guidance! The word protect (some translations use the word preserve) in Hebrew means to guard, watch, watch over, or keep (source).
As you read through these Psalms of protection, know that the Lord will guard and watch over you as you trust in him each day.
You are my hiding place; you will protect me from trouble and surround me with songs of deliverance. Psalm 32:7
Do not withhold your mercy from me, Lord; may your love and faithfulness always protect me. Psalm 40:11
Psalm 91 is one of the most well-known Psalms for protection. It has served as a great encouragement for many people over the years. You can read a post specifically about praying Psalm 91 for protection here.
In this post, I will also reference various Scriptures from Psalm 91.
Psalm 91:1-4
Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High
will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.
I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress,
my God, in whom I trust.”
Surely he will save you
from the fowler’s snare
and from the deadly pestilence.
He will cover you with his feathers,
and under his wings you will find refuge;
his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.
Psalms for Protection from Evil Doers
Unfortunately, there are people in this world who seek to do evil. But I love the comfort and peace that these Psalms bring us. Our God is our shield and rampart, and we can call on him to protect us from evildoers.
Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. Psalm 23:4
Away from me, all you who do evil, for the Lord has heard my weeping. Psalm 6:8
You evildoers frustrate the plans of the poor, but the Lord is their refuge. Psalm 14:6
Though they plot evil against you and devise wicked schemes, they cannot succeed. Psalm 21:11
The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and his ears are attentive to their cry; but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil, to blot out their name from the earth. The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles. Psalm 34:15-17
Evil will slay the wicked; the foes of the righteous will be condemned. Psalm 34:21
See how the evildoers lie fallen— thrown down, not able to rise! Psalm 36:12
Do not fret because of those who are evil or be envious of those who do wrong; for like the grass they will soon wither, like green plants they will soon die away. Psalm 37:1-2
For those who are evil will be destroyed, but those who hope in the Lord will inherit the land. Psalm 37:9
Deliver me from evildoers and save me from those who are after my blood. Psalm 59:2
Hide me from the conspiracy of the wicked, from the plots of evildoers. Psalm 64:2
Deliver me, my God, from the hand of the wicked, from the grasp of those who are evil and cruel. Psalm 71:4
For surely your enemies, Lord, surely your enemies will perish; all evildoers will be scattered. Psalm 92:9
Away from me, you evildoers, that I may keep the commands of my God! Psalm 119:115
Rescue me, Lord, from evildoers; protect me from the violent, who devise evil plans in their hearts and stir up war every day. Psalm 140:1-2
Keep me safe from the traps set by evildoers, from the snares they have laid for me. Psalm 141:9
Psalms for Protection at Night
Many people are anxious at night and look for comfort and strength from God’s Word as they go to sleep. May these Scriptures give you hope as you reflect on the Lord’s protection over your life.
I will praise the Lord, who counsels me; even at night my heart instructs me. Psalm 16:7
By day the Lord directs his love, at night his song is with me— a prayer to the God of my life. Psalm 42:8
On my bed I remember you; I think of you through the watches of the night. Psalm 63:6
He guided them with the cloud by day and with light from the fire all night. Psalm 78:14
Lord, you are the God who saves me; day and night I cry out to you. Psalm 88:1
You will not fear the terror of night, nor the arrow that flies by day…Psalm 91:5
It is good to praise the Lord and make music to your name, O Most High, proclaiming your love in the morning and your faithfulness at night… Psalm 92:1-2
In the night, Lord, I remember your name, that I may keep your law. Psalm 119:55
My eyes stay open through the watches of the night, that I may meditate on your promises. Psalm 119:148
He will not let your foot slip— he who watches over you will not slumber; indeed, he who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep. Psalm 121:3-4
The Lord watches over you—the Lord is your shade at your right hand; the sun will not harm you by day, nor the moon by night. Psalm 121:5-6
Praise the Lord, all you servants of the Lord who minister by night in the house of the Lord. Psalm 134:1
…who made the great lights—
His love endures forever.
the sun to govern the day,
His love endures forever.
the moon and stars to govern the night;
His love endures forever. Psalm 136:7-9
…even the darkness will not be dark to you; the night will shine like the day, for darkness is as light to you. Psalm 139:12
Psalms for Protection for your Family
In need of prayers of protection for your family? I love reading these Scriptures and using them as prayers to pray for my family and loved ones. You can also check out this post on how to pray God’s Word using Scripture to formulate your prayers.
For the sake of my family and friends, I will say, “Peace be within you.” Psalm 122:8
But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may rejoice in you. Psalm 5:11
You, Lord, will keep the needy safe and will protect us forever from the wicked…Psalm 12:7
May the Lord answer you when you are in distress; may the name of the God of Jacob protect you. Psalm 20:1
Related: Check out this post on how to use Psalm 128 to pray powerful blessings over your family!
Psalms for Protection While Traveling
Whether you are traveling long distances or making a quick stop around your city, these Psalms are great Scriptures to focus on when you are traveling. Praise the Lord that he will guard us in all of our ways!
For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways… Psalm 91:11
Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. Psalm 23:4
The Lord will keep you from all harm—he will watch over your life; the Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore. Psalm 121:7-8
You discern my going out and my lying down; you are familiar with all my ways. Psalm 139:3
Psalms for Protection for your Home
When my husband and I moved into our first home, a close family friend came over and prayed a special blessing over our new home. It was a great encouragement to us as we embarked on our new journey of home ownership.
You can use these psalms to pray a blessing over your own home.
Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the guards stand watch in vain. Psalm 127:1
Your wife will be like a fruitful vine within your house; your children will be like olive shoots around your table. Yes, this will be the blessing for the man who fears the Lord. Psalm 128:3-4
Psalms for Protection from Enemies
We as believers do not need to live in fear. Our Abba Father will watch over us and protect us from our enemies. The greatest enemy we have is Satan, who aims to steal, kill, and destroy God’s people–but praise God that we have victory through Christ! Jesus came to give us abundant life in him (John 10:10).
Hear me, my God, as I voice my complaint; protect my life from the threat of the enemy. Psalm 64:1
Keep me safe, Lord, from the hands of the wicked; protect me from the violent, who devise ways to trip my feet. Psalm 140:4
Free Printable Psalms for Protection and Safety
Once again, feel free to download and print these Psalms for protection that you can use to give you hope and encouragement each day!
You can print these psalms and put them in your prayer journal or planner to remind yourself of God’s promises of protection in your life!
In Conclusion
May these Psalms of protection strengthen you when you need encouragement from God’s Word. What a blessing it is to know that our God will surround us with his comfort and protection like a shining shield!
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