“With my whole heart I cry; answer me, O Lord!I will keep your statutes.I call to you; save me,that I may observe your testimonies.I rise before dawn and cry for help;I hope in your words.My eyes are awake before the watches of the night,that I may meditate on your promise.Hear my voice according to your … Continue reading I Hope in God’s Words
Psalms
The Unfolding of Your Words
“Your testimonies are wonderful;therefore my soul keeps them.The unfolding of your words gives light;it imparts understanding to the simple.I open my mouth and pant,because I long for your commandments.Turn to me and be gracious to me,as is your way with those who love your name.Keep steady my steps according to your promise,and let no iniquity … Continue reading The Unfolding of Your Words
Can Humans Be Trusted?
Psalms 118:5-9,14-15 ESV “Out of my distress I called on the Lord;the Lord answered me and set me free.The Lord is on my side; I will not fear.What can man do to me?The Lord is on my side as my helper;I shall look in triumph on those who hate me. “It is better to take … Continue reading Can Humans Be Trusted?
Storm Surge Pt 2
(Continued from Storm Surge Pt 1) Originally written on Saturday, October 8, 2016, 5:16 a.m. A Psalm of David, for a memorial. O Lord, rebuke me not in Your wrath,And chasten me not in Your burning anger.For Your arrows have sunk deep into me,And Your hand has pressed down on me.There is no soundness in … Continue reading Storm Surge Pt 2
Storm Surge Pt 1
Originally written on Saturday, October 8, 2016, 5:16 a.m. – The Lord Jesus, once again, put the song “For Our Nation” in my mind. This song has been strong in my mind for weeks now. I believe it is because the forces of evil are strong in this world now, and that our world and … Continue reading Storm Surge Pt 1
Open Our Blinded Eyes
Originally written on Thursday, November 10, 2016, 12:21 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Full Release.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 146 (Select vv. ESV). No Trust in Princes (vv. 3-4) "Put not your trust in princes,in a son of man, in whom there is no … Continue reading Open Our Blinded Eyes
Evil Plots Against the Righteous
Psalms 37:12-15 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 Evil Plots Against the Righteous
Evildoers in Disguise
Psalms 37:1-7 ESV “Fret not yourself because of evildoers;be not envious of wrongdoers!2 For they will soon fade like the grassand wither like the green herb. 3 Trust in the Lord, and do good;dwell in the land and befriend faithfulness.4 Delight yourself in the Lord,and he will give you the desires of your heart. 5 … Continue reading Evildoers in Disguise
Subtle Lies?
I read a meme on social media that had me concerned that it might be giving out a subtle false message. It was quoting a passage of Scripture, but the translation was not identified, so I don’t know the source. But then I read the passage of Scripture in the ESV, so I am going … Continue reading Subtle Lies?
Have You Been Tested?
Psalms 66:8-14 ESV “Bless our God, O peoples;let the sound of his praise be heard,who has kept our soul among the livingand has not let our feet slip.For you, O God, have tested us;you have tried us as silver is tried.You brought us into the net;you laid a crushing burden on our backs;you let men … Continue reading Have You Been Tested?
Run With It 