5 Every word of God proves true; He is a shield to those who take refuge in Him. ~ Proverbs 30:5
This means that faith in our God is not just belief—it’s trusting Him to cover you, to absorb what would otherwise destroy you.
A buckler, on the other hand, is a small, usually round shield used for close, hand-to-hand combat to deflect blows, parry sword strikes, and facilitate offensive maneuvers. How does that relate to God being our Buckler?
Just as the buckler was a close personal shield, so is our God a close personal shield who deflects spiritual attacks, danger, and harm before they can overwhelm us.
God is our ever-present protector in the spiritual battles of life. He shields us from attacks, gives us wisdom to parry temptations, and empowers us to stand firm and take action in His name. Like a buckler held in the fist, God is intimately close, moving with us and defending us in every moment of the fight.
Peace. Love. Go Forth and Trust In Your Buckler.