“Deliver me from my enemies, O my God;protect me from those who rise up against me;deliver me from those who work evil,and save me from bloodthirsty men.For behold, they lie in wait for my life;fierce men stir up strife against me.For no transgression or sin of mine, O Lord,for no fault of mine, they run … Continue reading Steadfast in Trials and Persecutions
Year: 2024
They Seem Eager to Know God’s Ways
I read in Isaiah 58 (NIV). And I began with verse 11: “The Lord will guide you always;he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched landand will strengthen your frame.You will be like a well-watered garden,like a spring whose waters never fail.” I have a little card holder that has memory Scriptures on index cards … Continue reading They Seem Eager to Know God’s Ways
They Set a Net for My Steps
“They set a net for my steps;my soul was bowed down.They dug a pit in my way,but they have fallen into it themselves. SelahMy heart is steadfast, O God,my heart is steadfast!I will sing and make melody!Awake, my glory!Awake, O harp and lyre!I will awake the dawn!I will give thanks to you, O Lord, among … Continue reading They Set a Net for My Steps
The Perfect Storm
Lies, deceptions, all around.Character actors on the ground,Spinning, spin webs of deceit.So that others they defeat. Tricks and trappings are their game.They treat all of us the same.Getting us to fight each other,Christian brother against brother. Left and right, and black and white,They want all of us to fight.Chaos, chaos is their game.They turn the … Continue reading The Perfect Storm
Till the Storms of Destruction Pass By
“Be merciful to me, O God, be merciful to me,for in you my soul takes refuge;in the shadow of your wings I will take refuge,till the storms of destruction pass by.I cry out to God Most High,to God who fulfills his purpose for me.He will send from heaven and save me;he will put to shame … Continue reading Till the Storms of Destruction Pass By
Are You One Who Hates Discipline?
“But to the wicked God says:‘What right have you to recite my statutesor take my covenant on your lips?For you hate discipline,and you cast my words behind you.If you see a thief, you are pleased with him,and you keep company with adulterers.’” (Psalms 50:16-18 ESV) Who are the wicked? They are all who despise the … Continue reading Are You One Who Hates Discipline?
Lead Me, Lord, In Your Truth
Psalms 25:4-5 ESV “Make me to know your ways, O Lord;teach me your paths.Lead me in your truth and teach me,for you are the God of my salvation;for you I wait all the day long.” In the talk video that follows here, I shared a little bit of my testimony of God’s calling on my … Continue reading Lead Me, Lord, In Your Truth
In the World About Us
Psalms 46:1-11 ESV “God is our refuge and strength,a very present help in trouble.Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way,though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea,though its waters roar and foam,though the mountains tremble at its swelling. Selah” (vv. 1-3) If we are following Jesus Christ with our … Continue reading In the World About Us
The Words Not Sticking
Time is ticking, words are pricking,With most folks the words not sticking –Taking shelter in their covers,Going after other lovers. Dancing dances, taking chances,Looking for more new romances,Happenstances, stealing glances,In his pride the ruler prances. His dominion, he’s the leader,Fleshly lusts, they are his feeder.Perfect setups are his steps upTo whatever gets him stirred up. … Continue reading The Words Not Sticking
A Stronghold in Times of Trouble
Psalms 37:12-15,39-40 ESV “The wicked plots against the righteousand gnashes his teeth at him,but the Lord laughs at the wicked,for he sees that his day is coming. “The wicked draw the sword and bend their bowsto bring down the poor and needy,to slay those whose way is upright;their sword shall enter their own heart,and their … Continue reading A Stronghold in Times of Trouble
Run With It 