Whose Standards?

Wednesday, October 26, 2016, 8:30 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Gift of God.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 74:1-12 (NIV). The Redeemed (vv. 1-3) O God, why have you rejected us forever? Why does your anger smolder against the sheep of your pasture? Remember the … Continue reading Whose Standards?

My Strong Refuge

Monday, October 24, 2016, 8:30 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Jesus, I am Resting, Resting.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 71 (Select vv. NIV). Rescue Me (vv. 1-4, 7-9) In you, Lord, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame. In your … Continue reading My Strong Refuge

Save Me

Sunday, October 23, 2016, 5:30 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “More Love to Thee, O Christ.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 69 (Select vv. ESV). Up to My Neck (vv. 1-4a) Save me, O God! For the waters have come up to my neck. I … Continue reading Save Me

He is Awesome!

Saturday, October 22, 2016, 4:58 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Near the Cross” and then, “More Love to Thee, O Christ.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 66 (Select vv. ESV). Come and See (vv. 5-7) Come and see what God has done: he is awesome … Continue reading He is Awesome!

Hear my Voice, Lord

Friday, October 21, 2016, 2:35 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Hear My Voice.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 64 (ESV). Their Evil Purpose (vv. 1-6) Hear my voice, O God, in my complaint; preserve my life from dread of the enemy. Hide me from the … Continue reading Hear my Voice, Lord

God Only

Thursday, October 20, 2016, 5:00 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “When I Am Afraid.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 62 (Select vv. ESV). On the Attack (vv. 3-4) How long will all of you attack a man to batter him, like a leaning wall, a … Continue reading God Only

A Raised Standard

Wednesday, October 19, 2016, 8:12 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “I Am Willing, Lord.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 60 (Select vv. NIV). Restore Us! (vv. 1-4) You have rejected us, God, and burst upon us; you have been angry—now restore us! You have shaken … Continue reading A Raised Standard

After My Blood

Tuesday, October 18, 2016, 5:30 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “When I Am Afraid.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 58-59 (Select vv. NIV). Their Venom (Ps. 58:1-5) Do you rulers indeed speak justly? Do you judge people with equity? No, in your heart you devise … Continue reading After My Blood

When I Am Afraid

The Lord has been taking me through a trial right now with bed bugs. I never had bed bugs before. I didn’t think I would ever get them, either. Yet, through this trial the Lord has been rearranging my priorities, and has been purifying my heart to make me more like Jesus. He, as well, … Continue reading When I Am Afraid

Smooth as Butter

Sunday, October 16, 2016, 11:00 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “You Raise Me Up.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 55 (Select vv. ESV). Anguish of Heart (vv. 4-8) My heart is in anguish within me; the terrors of death have fallen upon me. Fear and … Continue reading Smooth as Butter