After a person has gone through physical or emotional abuse or trauma, they are not going to feel very safe in their daily life. Rather than feeling like they can go to the grocery store or shop, they are bombarded with memories. As much as our minds can help us, sometimes they can act as a messenger of torture. If a person goes through a traumatic experience, this is all too common, and it can feel at times as though you are losing your mind. 

A very close friend of mine went through physical and emotional trauma, which left him feeling very unsafe in most circumstances. When we talked one day, he told me that he never feels safe and always waits for the other shoe to drop. I also noticed subtle ways his PTSD showed up in his life, such as getting easily startled by loud noises, always having to sit somewhere he could see the exit, or getting headaches when there were too many people around. If you have also gone through trauma like my friend has, know my heart goes out to you because I know it is not easy to face these kinds of feelings, thoughts, fears, and emotions daily. 

Whenever you start having fears of safety roll into your mind, turn to the Lord in prayer. He hears your prayers and will surround you with songs of deliverance (Psalm 32:7). God is more powerful and stronger than anyone else. You are safe in His hands (Psalm 91:3-16; 121:7-8). Trust Him today and go to Him in prayer. 

Prayer: “Dear Jesus, due to my physical and emotional trauma, I feel unsafe. There are days when I’m too afraid to leave my house. Please protect me and surround me with your safety. You are my beloved God, whose love knows no bounds. Please protect me and keep me safe. I trust in You, Lord. Amen.”  

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