In David's fifth psalm, he finishes with this verse. If you want the protection of God to be around you in all you do, live righteously. We can see this evidenced in the life of David as his life was sought after several times. And in all cases, God delivered and protected him. We can also see this in the life of the apostles, including Paul.
What we don't see, however, is that God kept these completely away from all trials, troubles, perils, and tribulations. Instead, God leads us through them. So what am I trying to say? Don't suppose that since you are experiencing a tough spot in your life that God has abandoned you or that you are not living righteously. It may be quite the contrary. Allow God to lead you and continue to stay close to Him.
God's promise
Deuteronomy 31:6
Be strong and of a good courage,
fear not, nor be afraid of them:
for the LORD thy God, he it is that doth go with thee;
he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.
