Psalms 138:7-8 ESV “Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life; you stretch out your hand against the wrath of my enemies, and your right hand delivers me. The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me; your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever. Do not forsake the work of your hands.” … Continue reading In the Midst of Trouble
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We Will Have Trouble
John 16:33 NIV “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” Trouble in the World As the year 2020 is now coming to an end, and as we reflect back over all the events … Continue reading We Will Have Trouble
God Will Help
Sunday, October 15, 2017, 9:47 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Why So Downcast?” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 46 (Select vv. ESV). No Fear! (vv. 1-3) God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the … Continue reading God Will Help
Run to God
Friday, September 8, 2017, 6:37 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “My Cry for Mercy.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 143 (ESV). Our Prayers (vv. 1-4) Hear my prayer, O Lord; give ear to my pleas for mercy! In your faithfulness answer me, in your righteousness! … Continue reading Run to God
Help in Trouble
Thursday, August 10, 2017, 2:32 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Have Thine Own Way, Lord.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 46 (NASB). God our Refuge (vv. 1-3) God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though … Continue reading Help in Trouble
Beside Quiet Waters
Sunday, May 28, 2017, 11:22 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Oh, To Be Like Thee.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 23 (NASB). Not in Want (v. 1) The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. Jesus Christ is the Good Shepherd. In his death … Continue reading Beside Quiet Waters
Awaken the Dawn
Psalm 57 is a psalm of lament. The psalmist experienced some type of disaster in his life which engulfed him like a violent storm. He was hotly pursued by his enemies who, to him, were like lions or ravenous beasts just waiting to devour him with their sharp tongues. They tried to trip him up … Continue reading Awaken the Dawn