Psalms 34 (select verses) “I will bless the Lord at all times;his praise shall continually be in my mouth.My soul makes its boast in the Lord;let the humble hear and be glad.Oh, magnify the Lord with me,and let us exalt his name together!” (vv. 1-3) If we are true followers of Jesus Christ, he should … Continue reading Give God the Glory and Honor
Author: Sue Love
Whom Shall I Fear?
“The Lord is my light and my salvation;whom shall I fear?The Lord is the stronghold of my life;of whom shall I be afraid?When evildoers assail meto eat up my flesh,my adversaries and foes,it is they who stumble and fall.Though an army encamp against me,my heart shall not fear;though war arise against me,yet I will be … Continue reading Whom Shall I Fear?
Trusting in the Lord Without Wavering
“Vindicate me, O Lord,for I have walked in my integrity,and I have trusted in the Lord without wavering.Prove me, O Lord, and try me;test my heart and my mind.For your steadfast love is before my eyes,and I walk in your faithfulness. “I do not sit with men of falsehood,nor do I consort with hypocrites.I hate … Continue reading Trusting in the Lord Without Wavering
Let Not My Enemies Exult
“To you, O Lord, I lift up my soul.O my God, in you I trust;let me not be put to shame;let not my enemies exult over me.Indeed, none who wait for you shall be put to shame;they shall be ashamed who are wantonly treacherous. “Make me to know your ways, O Lord;teach me your paths.Lead … Continue reading Let Not My Enemies Exult
Clean Hands, Pure Hearts
“The earth is the Lord's and the fullness thereof,the world and those who dwell therein,for he has founded it upon the seasand established it upon the rivers. “Who shall ascend the hill of the Lord?And who shall stand in his holy place?He who has clean hands and a pure heart,who does not lift up his … Continue reading Clean Hands, Pure Hearts
Is the Lord Your True Shepherd?
“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.He makes me lie down in green pastures.He leads me beside still waters.He restores my soul.He leads me in paths of righteousnessfor his name's sake. “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,I will fear no evil,for you are with me;your rod and … Continue reading Is the Lord Your True Shepherd?
Kingship Belongs to the Lord
I am reading in Psalms 22, which is a very lengthy Psalm, part of which appears to predict the coming of Jesus Christ and of his life and death on the cross to take away our sins. For it begins with, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” (Psalms 22:1), which is what … Continue reading Kingship Belongs to the Lord
Set Up Your Banners
“May the Lord answer you in the day of trouble!May the name of the God of Jacob protect you!May he send you help from the sanctuaryand give you support from Zion!May he remember all your offeringsand regard with favor your burnt sacrifices! Selah “May he grant you your heart's desireand fulfill all your plans!May we … Continue reading Set Up Your Banners
The Other Side of Love
I have been reading in the Psalms the last few days, and I have been sharing what the Lord is teaching me through these psalms as lessons that can be applied to our lives today. And he has placed in my mind this morning a particular theme (message) which he wants me to convey, and … Continue reading The Other Side of Love
In the Strength of the Lord
“I love you, O Lord, my strength.The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer,my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge,my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.I call upon the Lord, who is worthy to be praised,and I am saved from my enemies. “The cords of death encompassed … Continue reading In the Strength of the Lord