Through the Psalms #4

Through the Psalms #4 “In peace I will lie down and sleep, For you alone, Lord, Make me dwell in safety.” Psalm 4:8 I encourage you to read the entire psalm Once again, David, king and psalmist, acknowledges the security provided by God. Even though he has many troubles, including wars, both within and without,Continue reading “Through the Psalms #4”

Faithfulness

The Old Testament book of Jeremiah uses metaphors to compare Israel to an unfaithful wife. She was unfaithful to God by worshipping idols and forsaking Him. And “…her treacherous sister Judah [had] not turned to [God] with her whole heart, but in pretense” (3:10 NKJ). This book of Jeremiah is surely only Jewish history andContinue reading “Faithfulness”

God is on the Throne

“God is unchanging in His love. He loves you. He has a plan for your life. Don’t let the newspaper headlines frighten you. God is still sovereign; He’s still on the throne.” Bily Graham Lord, you know that sometimes we allow ourselves to be frightened or worried over what is happening in the world. ForgiveContinue reading “God is on the Throne”

Through the Psalms #3

Through the Psalms #3 I encourage you to read the entire Psalm. “Lord, how many are my foes! How many rise up against me! Many are saying of me, ‘God will not deliver him.’ But you, Lord, are a shield around me, My glory, the One who lifts my head high. I call out toContinue reading “Through the Psalms #3”

Hope

Hope is the thing That pushes its head through the earth, Unfurling its pale green For all to see. It’s the expectation of blooms, Unwinding from a tiny bud, Blooms more vibrant and colorful Than imagination. Hope is the realization that dead, shriveled things, long buried in the ground, Will one day rise again toContinue reading “Hope”

Be Still

.”My longings are best met when, in prayer, I simply let my heart beat in time with the Lord’s.” -Joni Eareckson Tada. Psalm 46:10a says, “Be still and know that I am God.” In the wisdom of the psalmist, we learn to quietly approach God, listen to him, and allow our heartbeats to beat inContinue reading “Be Still”