Ps 52:8 But I am like an olive tree, thriving in the house of God. I will always trust in God’s unfailing love. David’s dilemma here is anger at Doeg and all those who try to grow strong by destroying others. Destroying others not only breaks the ties that hold society together, but also … Continue reading WORD OF THE DAY IS FRUIT
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WORD OF THE DAY IS ENDURE
Ps 45:6-7 Your throne, O God, endures forever and ever. You rule with a scepter of justice. You love justice and hate evil. Therefore, God, your God, has anointed you, pouring out the oil of joy on you more than on anyone else. This Psalm is considered messianic and describes the … Continue reading WORD OF THE DAY IS ENDURE
WORD OF THE DAY IS LONELINESS
Ps 12:1 Help, O Lord, for the godly are fast disappearing! The faithful have vanished from the earth. Have you ever felt like you were the only one that believes in God? Thinking you are the only faithful believer can be lonely. David had these moments. When he was running from Saul, not knowing whom … Continue reading WORD OF THE DAY IS LONELINESS
WORD OF THE DAY IS DELIVERANCE
Ps 11:5-7 The Lord examines both the righteous and the wicked. He hates those who love violence. He will rain down blazing coals and burning sulfur on the wicked. For the righteous Lord loves justice. The virtuous will see his face. This Psalm speaks to us about deliverance from the wicked. God will not keep … Continue reading WORD OF THE DAY IS DELIVERANCE
WORD OF THE DAY IS ACCOUNTABILITY
Ps 10:12-13 Arise, O Lord! Punish the wicked, O God! Do not ignore the helpless! Why do the wicked get away with despising God? They think, “God will never call us to account.” No matter how hard we try to be “good” it seems that the “bad” have everything. Comparing yourself to others is a … Continue reading WORD OF THE DAY IS ACCOUNTABILITY
WORD OF THE DAY IS HUMANESS
Ps 8:3-4 When I look at the night sky and see the work of your fingers-the moon and the stars you set in place-what are mere mortals that you should think about them, human beings that you should care for them? Wow, how humbling is this scripture? Looking at creation is always a revelation. We … Continue reading WORD OF THE DAY IS HUMANESS
WORD OF THE DAY IS PATIENCE
Ps 33:18 But the Lord watches over those who fear him, those who rely on his unfailing love. Even though God cares for us, does he guarantee we will not starve or die? I believe that is up to us, at least in part. While God keeps his eye on us, he also sees the … Continue reading WORD OF THE DAY IS PATIENCE
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