May 31, 2011: I was babysitting my one-year-old grandson at his house yesterday. He had a stuffed toy musical turtle that played notes when you pressed on the squares, with notes pictured on the squares. So, I began playing notes for my grandson when this tune began to form. So, I recorded it from the … Continue reading His Loving Arms
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On Your Behalf
For this reason I, Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus on behalf of you Gentiles— assuming that you have heard of the stewardship of God's grace that was given to me for you, how the mystery was made known to me by revelation, as I have written briefly. When you read this, you can perceive … Continue reading On Your Behalf
Where is Jesus?
5/22/11: I was praying this afternoon, and I was thinking about the busyness of our lives and how we can get so busy with all of life's activities that Jesus often takes a back seat or is forgotten altogether from our lives. The Lord inspired me to write a song about all the things in … Continue reading Where is Jesus?
Look to God
Today’s News Headlines: “Weekend Brings More Anti-Trump Protests Across Nation.” Trump Team Rivalries Spark Infighting.” “Hillary Clinton Blames FBI Director for Election Loss.” “Pope Francis is advocating policies of inclusion, saying God's plan doesn't exclude people based on their social class, race or religion.” “Donald Trump’s NATO Stance Threatens ‘West’ As We Know It.” “ISIS … Continue reading Look to God
Unite My Heart
Friday, October 28, 2016, 8:32 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Total Praise.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 86:11-17 (ESV). Teach Me Your Way (v. 11) Teach me your way, O Lord, that I may walk in your truth; unite my heart to fear your name. … Continue reading Unite My Heart
Restore us Again
Friday, October 28, 2016, 8:40 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Gift of God.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 85 (ESV). You Forgave Us (vv. 1-3) Lord, you were favorable to your land; you restored the fortunes of Jacob. You forgave the iniquity of your people; … Continue reading Restore us Again
What is Better?
Thursday, October 27, 2016, 9:25 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “More Precious Than Silver.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 84 (Select vv. NIV). My Soul Yearns (vv. 1-2, 4) How lovely is your dwelling place, Lord Almighty! My soul yearns, even faints, for the courts … Continue reading What is Better?
God our Strength
Thursday, October 27, 2016, 6:00 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Total Praise.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 81 (NIV). Sing for Joy (vv. 1-5) Sing for joy to God our strength; shout aloud to the God of Jacob! Begin the music, strike the timbrel, play … Continue reading God our Strength
His Wonderful Deeds
Wednesday, October 26, 2016, 7:14 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Total Praise.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 75 (NIV). We Praise You (v. 1) We praise you, God, we praise you, for your Name is near; people tell of your wonderful deeds. God’s Name is … Continue reading His Wonderful Deeds
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?
Run With It 