Through the Psalms, Chapter 8

1, 3 &4, 9 “Lord, our Lord, How majestic is your name in all the earth! When I consider your heavens, The work of your fingers, The moon and the stars, Which you have set in place, What is mankind that you are mindful of them, Human beings that you care for them? Lord, ourContinue reading “Through the Psalms, Chapter 8”

Whatever is Lovely

Sometimes this can be challenging. When the world, or your own personal world, feels as if it is falling apart, remember the joy of having a savior and the beauty he places around us. Drink in his creation and his word. Yes, think of all the excellent things he has gifted us. Have a wonderfulContinue reading “Whatever is Lovely”

Through the Psalms, Chapter 7

Chapter 7, vs 1-2 & 17 Lord my God, I take refuge in you; Save and deliver me from all who pursue me, Or they will tear me apart like a lion And rip me to pieces with no one to rescue me. I will give thanks to the Lord because of his righteousness; IContinue reading “Through the Psalms, Chapter 7”

Welcome, Spring!

Winter went out like a crazy man: winds howled, gusting to 60 miles an hour, and in spite of above freezing temperatures, it snowed most of the day. Fortunately, Spring has not disappointed, and she has entered like a lady. Temperatures in the 50s with a blue, sunny sky. My pear tree is starting toContinue reading “Welcome, Spring!”

Through the Psalms Chapter 5

I encourage you to read the whole chapter Psalm 5: 10-12 “Declare them guilty, O God! Let their intrigues be their downfall. Banish them for their many sins, For they have rebelled against you. But let all who take refuge in you be glad; Let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them,Continue reading “Through the Psalms Chapter 5”

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”

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”

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”

A Box of Chocolates

Imagine that someone has given you a big box of chocolates!  What is the first thing you do?  Most would probably say Thank you, open the box, and graciously offer the first piece to the giver of this scrumptious gift.  Would you begrudge giving that first piece of chocolate to the person who gave youContinue reading “A Box of Chocolates”

Through the Psalms #1

Through the Psalms–#1 “Blessed is the one Who does not walk in step with the wicked Or stand in the way that sinners take Or sit in the company of mockers, But whose delight is in the law of the Lord, And who meditates on his law day and night, That person is like aContinue reading “Through the Psalms #1”