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2 Timothy 1:7
For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.
Psalm 27:1
The Lord is my light and my salvation—
so why should I be afraid?
The Lord is my fortress, protecting me from danger,
so why should I tremble?
Joshua 1:9
This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
Romans 8:31
What shall we say about such wonderful things as these? If God is for us, who can ever be against us?
Isaiah 40:31
But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.
Protector
definition . . .
When Placed Between Potential Perpetrator and Innocent People . . .
a protector offers help, even when suspicious of the recipient.
a protector always offers help until he can’t or until it goes rejected.
a protector is focused, especially when others lose sight of the objective.
a protector, when those being protected face grave danger, appeals to the nobility of the assailant.
a protector is both willing and prepared to defend the vulnerable and is willing to face an attacker’s greatest threat and use force, even deadly if necessary.
a protector acts, especially when everyone else freezes with fear in potential catastrophe.
a protector protects, even in the face of death.
a protector protects until a threat, actual or potential, is removed.
a protector consistently protects, creating a perpetual sense of safety.
When Placed in an Unfamiliar, Possibly Dangerous Environment . . .
protector makes known his commitment to safety, especially when facing terror
protector recognizes other's fears and can keep a secret, especially if it affects another’s reputation
protector discerns when thrust into new environments and elements, soothing fears of others
protector includes everyone, especially when dealing with the unknown
protector exudes confidence, especially when those protected are at their most vulnerable
protector assesses and adapts, especially when realizing those in need of protection are more valuable than comfortable past methods, tools, weapons or trusted objects
protector empowers, especially when leading by example
protector allows for harmless “gunk” to happen, especially when harmless and when preceded by empowerment
protector enlightens and educates, especially when presented with new discovery in an unfamiliar setting
protector risks exposure, especially when the danger creates a better understanding leading to discernment
protector calculates, especially when it comes to risk exposure
protector deescalates, especially when using humor in an unknown, potentially deadly setting
protector is focused, especially when others lose sight of the objective
protector acts, especially when everyone else freezes with fear amid potential catastrophe
protector provides closure, especially when out of danger, making sure others are accounted for, even teasing affected survivors once safe and unharmed
When Precarious, Perhaps Threatening Events Occur in an Organization . . .
A protector “stews” when vital needs are amiss, and can identify exactly what they are and their causes
A protector makes known his commitment to safety
A protector isn’t a perfectionist and never places rules before people
A protector observes and is sensitive to erosion in an organization, system, company, church or family
a protector assesses surrounding dynamics
a protector both acts and includes everyone, especially when dealing with the unknown
A protector despises injustice, especially when leading to the suffering of others
A protector is empathetic
protector acts, especially when everyone else freezes with fear in potential catastrophe
A protector discerns, especially when thrust into new environments and elements
A protector calculates, especially when it comes to risk exposure
A protector exudes confidence, especially when those protected are at their most vulnerable
When Attending to Spiritual Matters . . .
A protector will trust and speak of God’s word and promises
A protector directs others to face challenges boldly by reminding them of God’s victories in their lives
A protector will direct others to the Word of God
A protector provides comfort and inspiration through the promise of God’s character
A protector assesses surrounding dynamics
A protector despises the mocking of God
A protector exudes confidence, especially when those protected are at their most vulnerable
A protector acts, especially when everyone else freezes with fear in potential catastrophe
A protector diligently tends to his responsibilities, even when in submission to another
A protector is both willing and prepared to defend the vulnerable
A protector fights to protect, not just to fight
A protector is willing to face an attacker’s greatest threat, and use force, even deadly if necessary
A protector directs others to face challenges boldly by reminding them of God’s victories in their lives
Catalogue: Protector…
Collection of Principles
"A Man Is . . .Vol I"
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