Psalm 119 (Jod), Book V, asks God for wisdom, hope, mercy, kindness, and a concern of being fearful of our enemies. God made us who we are, fashioned us from clay, and has a plan for our abundant destinies. In His laws, our hearts can be sure of His love. Psalm 119 (Jod) God’s hands made us and fashioned us in in His image. I seek wisdom for understanding His laws. Those who fear Him will be glad to see…..
Psalm 100, Book IV, tells us to make joyful noises to the Lord and to enter His gates with thanksgiving and praise. We are a world that has slowly pulled away from our religious values and our belief in God. There is only one God, and His truth will last forever, far beyond what man can ever say or do. Psalm 100 All nations are to make joyful noises to the Lord our God. All nations are to serve Him…..
Psalm 86, Book III, shows us that the Lord will hear our cries for mercy and forgiveness. He will care for our souls and bless us with what we need. He will cause those who hate us to be ashamed of their false accusations and hurtful deeds towards us. Psalm 86 Oh Lord, hear my cries for my needs. Care for my soul as I trust in You. Grant me mercy as I seek Your truth. I lift up my…..
Psalm 96, Book II, encourages us to sing a new song each and every day so that the Lord is blessed by all who believe and do His will among all nations. From our joyful meditations, the earth will know His salvation and truth. Psalm 96 The earth will sing a new song so that all will know His salvation. I will show His glory to the non-believers and will declare His wonders among the earth’s peoples. I will continually…..
Psalm 46, Book II, offers us hope that God is our safe place and our strength in all times. By being quiet, we can feel His awesome power and know that He, alone, will stop wars and bring peace to the earth. Psalm 46 God is our refuge and strength, our constant help in troubled times. Even though the earth may move and the mountains may disappear into the seas, I will not fear. Even though the waters may roar…..
At times, I am overwhelmed by sadness when I feel like God is not near. I realize, through all the difficulties of life, that He is always beside me, waiting, quietly, for me to reach out to Him. Psalm 42, Book II, tells us to reach out in hope and love, sing His praises, and be comforted by His presence. Psalm 42 My soul wants God just like my heart wants water. I seek the living God, waiting to be…..
In Psalm 27, Book 1, we evaluate our own sense of fear, salvation, and light. What really affects our faith? Is it God or some other “worldly influence?” Psalm 27 Should we fear anything when God is our light and our salvation? Do we accept that God defended us when our enemies, our foes, and the wicked wanted to defeat us and devour us? Despite being surrounded by evil, whom does your heart belong to? Are you confident when foes…..
In Psalm 23, Book 1, we acknowledge all that we are with the help of the Lord. We are stronger when we place our faith in Him. Psalm 23 I do not need anything as long as the Lord is my Shepherd. I lie down in green pastures and near still waters with His guidance. My soul is restored, and He leads me on righteous paths for His name. Even when I walk in darkness or near death, I do…..
In Psalm 8, Book 1, we see the Lord’s awesome power in creating a beautiful world. He gave us everything we have, and in that special gift, we are glorified with hope, grace, and love. Psalm 8 Thy name is excellent in the earth, and Thy glory sits in heaven. Strength to calm our enemies and the avenger comes from the Lord our God. I am in awe of the heavens, the work of Your hands, the moon, and all…..
While I try to walk in the Lord’s righteous ways, I stumble at times when my faith is weak. Psalm 1, Book 1, speaks to how the Lord knows when we are righteous and when we need to ask for His forgiveness for our faults. Righteous Ways Blessed are you when you do not accept advice from the ungodly. Blessed are you when you walk away from sinners and are not scornful of others. The righteous man happily accepts the…..