Psalm 119:9-11 “How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to your word. With my whole heart I seek you; let me not wander from your commandments! I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.” This isn’t just about sexual purity. To … Continue reading How to Live in Purity
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Give Me Understanding, Lord
Psalm 119:33-35 “Teach me, O Lord, the way of your statutes; and I will keep it to the end. Give me understanding, that I may keep your law and observe it with my whole heart. Lead me in the path of your commandments, for I delight in it.” If we want the Lord to teach … Continue reading Give Me Understanding, Lord
The Unfolding of His Words
Psalm 119:129-131 ESV “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.” The Bible (Genesis to Revelation) is the living breathing word of God to us who believe in Jesus … Continue reading The Unfolding of His Words
Though I’m Worn
Psalm 119:113-114 ESV “I hate the double-minded, but I love your law. You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in your word.” A person who is double-minded is a person who wavers or who vacillates in his mind between two opinions or two beliefs. He is often marked by hypocrisy, pretending one … Continue reading Though I’m Worn
The Lord is My Portion
Psalm 119:57-60 ESV “The Lord is my portion; I promise to keep your words. I entreat your favor with all my heart; be gracious to me according to your promise. When I think on my ways, I turn my feet to your testimonies; I hasten and do not delay to keep your commandments.” The Lord … Continue reading The Lord is My Portion
Encouragement from God’s Heart
2 Thessalonians 3:1-5 ESV "Finally, brothers, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may speed ahead and be honored, as happened among you, and that we may be delivered from wicked and evil men. For not all have faith. But the Lord is faithful. He will establish you and guard you against the … Continue reading Encouragement from God’s Heart
Sweeter Than Honey
Psalm 19:7-8 ESV “The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple; the precepts of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes.” The law of the Lord for followers of Jesus Christ are … Continue reading Sweeter Than Honey
Finishing the Race
2 Timothy 4:1-2 ESV “I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and by his appearing and his kingdom: preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with complete patience and teaching.” We may not … Continue reading Finishing the Race
When the Enemy Pursues You
An Original Work / May 11, 2020 When the enemy pursues you, Look to God. When he frightens And confuses you, And your emotions Bruises you, And tries to get The best of you, Let Jesus Christ Give peace to you. Since the Lord is always near you, Trust His Word. Let His Word dwell … Continue reading When the Enemy Pursues You
No Cause to Boast
1 Corinthians 1:18-19 ESV “For the word of the cross is folly to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. For it is written, “’I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, and the discernment of the discerning I will thwart.’” So, why is the … Continue reading No Cause to Boast
