As soon as I pray, God answers. As soon as you pray, God answers. The Psalmist wrote about a response of encouragement and strength, but this isn’t the only answer from God. We can rest assured that as soon as we pray, God answers in whatever way He desires. When you pray, remember that you … Continue reading As Soon
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No Good Thing
God wants the very best for us. This is something that some people cannot fathom because they do not truly know God. Often it is because we think we know what is best, that we grumble at things that are placed before us or we complain as we journey on a path that simply doesn’t … Continue reading No Good Thing
All That I Am
It is amazing to consider how we are constructed. Doctors and scientists have tried to figure it all out, studying every nook and cranny, and still cannot understand how He has created. We truly are each a work of art and He is the master Artist. That being said, we do know that we are … Continue reading All That I Am
Forever in Your Sanctuary
Forever is a very long time. The Psalmist writes in Psalm 61 about a request: “Let me live forever in Your sanctuary.” This is not a simple request. This request is for a sinful man to spend forever with God, Holy God, in His presence. Despite it not being a simple request, it is a … Continue reading Forever in Your Sanctuary
Loyal Spirit
Today’s verse is one of the most quoted from the book of Psalms for good reason. The request to create a clean heart is because the heart is defiled with sin. We can easily understand that our hearts are defiled and need cleansing. He alone can cleanse us. The Hebrew word used for “loyal,” “faithful,” … Continue reading Loyal Spirit
Ransom to God
If something is held for ransom and you cannot pay the price, the thing being held is not released. The reason something is a ransom is because the something is held until the price is paid. If not paid, the release doesn’t happen. As we look in the Bible, we read about how we cannot … Continue reading Ransom to God
Taste for Yourself
I love the sense of taste. I will admit that I like food. When I have the time, I love to experiment in the kitchen with different foods. You never know if you like something unless you taste it. I’ve told my children about this numerous times. You must first taste it. I used to … Continue reading Taste for Yourself
The Intentions of God
The Psalmist notes that the Lord’s plans stand firm forever. His intentions can never be shaken. The Psalmist understands that the Lord is God Almighty. He is in control and He is faithful. The Psalmist understands that whatever God speaks, He will see to fruition. When we read the Bible, do we accept the intentions … Continue reading The Intentions of God
All Day Long
Is there something that you do all day long? When I hear the phrase, “All day long,” I think of consistency. I think of determination. I think of exhaustion. What does anyone do all day long? Breathe? Yes. Anything else? The Psalmist says he puts his hope in God all day long. Wow! All day … Continue reading All Day Long
My Life
The Psalmist begins Psalm 25, “O LORD, I give my life to You.” This is such a simple statement. It can be translated as “I put my trust” (NIV), or “I lift up my soul” (ESV), or “I turn to You” (HCSB), or “I’m looking to You” (MSG). As we review what this verse says, … Continue reading My Life
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