While we live on the face of this earth, we will have troubles, hardships and trials. As followers of Jesus Christ, we have an arch enemy in Satan, who is out to destroy the church. So, we should expect that we will be hated, persecuted, despised and rejected of humankind. Although Satan is our real … Continue reading Forever With Us Repost
Encouragement
He Binds up Our Wounds
Friday, November 11, 2016, 12:21 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Broken and Contrite.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 147 (Select vv. ESV). Background God’s people had been rebellious against him. He confronted them with their sins of idolatry, rebellion, and spiritual adultery. He warned them … Continue reading He Binds up Our Wounds
Open Our Blinded Eyes
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 salvation. When … Continue reading Open Our Blinded Eyes
The Lord Is
Wednesday, November 9, 2016, 2:52 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “I Will Lift My Eyes.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 145 (Select vv. ESV). He is Merciful (vv. 8-9) The Lord is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. The Lord … Continue reading The Lord Is
The Way I Should Go
Tuesday, November 8, 2016, 8:18 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “His Tender Mercies.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 143 (Select vv. ESV). In Your Faithfulness (vv. 1-4) Hear my prayer, O Lord; give ear to my pleas for mercy! In your faithfulness answer me, in … Continue reading The Way I Should Go
Your Word Exalted
Monday, November 7, 2016, 6:51 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Give God the Glory.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 138 (ESV). With my Whole Heart (vv. 1-3) I give you thanks, O Lord, with my whole heart; before the gods I sing your praise; I … Continue reading Your Word Exalted
Full Redemption
Sunday, November 6, 2016, 8:00 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “My Jesus, I Love Thee.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 130 (NIV). There is Forgiveness (vv. 1-4) Out of the depths I cry to you, Lord; Lord, hear my voice. Let your ears be attentive … Continue reading Full Redemption
From All Evil
Saturday, November 5, 2016, 11:24 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Gift of God.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 121 (ESV). Our Help (vv. 1-2) I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who … Continue reading From All Evil
Call on Jesus
Saturday, November 5, 2016, 9:11 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Give Ear to Jesus.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 119:145-152 (ESV). I Call to You (vv. 145-146) With my whole heart I cry; answer me, O Lord! I will keep your statutes. I call to … Continue reading Call on Jesus
Forever, To the End
Saturday, November 5, 2016, 12:22 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Gift of God.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 119:105-112 (ESV). A Lamp to my feet (vv. 105-106) Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. I have sworn an … Continue reading Forever, To the End
