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”
Category Archives: Scripture
Trust in God
It’s not always as easy as it seems, is it? In what areas of your life do you struggle to trust God or trust your own understanding better than his? Father, help me to give every aspect of my life to you, especially those areas where I struggle to yield to your perfect understanding.
Winter in the Forest
How different the forest is in the winter! Looking around the deciduous forest, I notice the tall, dark tree trunks with their branches reaching outward and upward. Without their covering of green finery, the trees stand like silent skeletons, dominating the landscape. The air is tomb-like, for many birds have flown south for the winter. Continue reading “Winter in the Forest”
A Godly Life
He’s given us everything we need for that Godly life. Why aren’t we living it? Lord, forgive me for any living that diverges from what you planned for me. Give me your strength to live that Godly life and glorify you.
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”
God’s Love
What need we fear when the creator of the universe loves us?
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”
Times of Trouble
Thank you, Lord, that you are present always, not just in the good times. Thank you for providing a safe place during the difficult times, for being my protector.
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”
Plans
Lord, how I love to plan my life. Forgive me for not trusting your plans for me, for not trusting in your faithfulness. Help me to turn those plans over to your wisdom and trust you for the outcome. May your will be done.
Growing Our Faith Together 